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A charming and highly textural handcrafted ceramic vase featuring a sculptural faceted body with soft pink lattice detailing and a …
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A charming and highly textural handcrafted ceramic vase featuring a sculptural faceted body with soft pink lattice detailing and a hand-painted floral rim. The rich mossy green interior adds depth and contrast, making this a beautiful standalone object or vessel for a light floral arrangement. Styled here in a coastal cottage setting, this piece brings warmth, softness, and collected character to any space.
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Extended Description
This vintage studio-style ceramic vase embodies the appeal of folk art craftsmanship with a distinctly sculptural presence. The faceted, almost quilted body is enhanced by a hand-applied pink lattice motif that accentuates the dimensional surface, catching light beautifully from multiple angles.
Encircling the rim, delicate hand-painted blue flowers with green vine detailing introduce a gentle decorative note without overwhelming the form. Inside, a deep mossy green glaze creates a striking contrast and adds visual richness when used with or without florals.
The proportions—approximately 5 inches tall and 5 inches wide—make it ideal as a tabletop accent, shelf styling piece, or as part of a layered vignette. While modest in scale, the texture and form give it a strong visual presence.
As shown in the styled images, the vase pairs effortlessly with neutral wood tones and warm brass, demonstrated here alongside:
- Vintage Solid Pine Scandinavian Style Limewash Double-Pedestal Writing Desk (SKU: DR097)
- Late 20th Century Traditional Fluted Column Table Lamps with Linen Shades – a Pair (SKU: LL169)
This combination highlights the vase’s versatility—equally at home in coastal, cottage, or softly traditional interiors.
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Dimensions
- Height: approx. 5 inches
- Width: approx. 5 inches
- Opening diameter: approx. 3–3.5 inches
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Condition Report
- Very good vintage condition
- Light surface wear consistent with age and use
- Fine crazing present throughout glaze (typical and desirable in vintage ceramics)
- No major chips or structural damage observed
- Base shows minor age-appropriate wear
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Historical Context & Attribution
Likely late 20th century studio or small-batch production, this piece reflects the continued influence of traditional folk pottery techniques, where texture, hand-applied decoration, and individuality take precedence over uniformity. The faceted body and hand-painted rim detail suggest an artisan approach rather than mass production.
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Why We Love It
- Sculptural, highly tactile surface
- Soft, layered color palette that works across styles
- Perfect “collected” piece to break up overly polished interiors
- Small footprint with strong visual impact
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- Dimensions
- 5ʺW × 5ʺD × 5ʺH
- Period
- Late 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Ceramic
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Pink
- Condition Notes
- Condition Report This piece is in very good vintage condition, presenting beautifully and fully functional as a decorative vessel. - … moreCondition Report This piece is in very good vintage condition, presenting beautifully and fully functional as a decorative vessel. - Light, even crazing throughout the glaze consistent with age and firing technique; adds to the character and authenticity of the piece - Minor surface wear and gentle patina consistent with normal handling over time - Hand-applied glaze and decoration show slight irregularities, typical of handcrafted or small-batch studio production - Interior glaze is intact with minor spotting from prior use - Base shows light shelf wear, including faint scuffing and age-related discoloration - No visible cracks, repairs, or structural issues observed Overall, a well-preserved example with desirable age-related character and no condition issues that detract from display or use less
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