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Striking vintage studio pottery vase featuring a rich turquoise blue glaze and a wonderfully handcrafted, organic form. This substantial ceramic …
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Striking vintage studio pottery vase featuring a rich turquoise blue glaze and a wonderfully handcrafted, organic form. This substantial ceramic piece is very heavy for its size, giving it a solid and substantial feel.
The vivid turquoise/aqua coloration is reminiscent of Italian pottery vases, particularly the saturated Mediterranean turquoise glazes often associated with vintage Italian ceramics. This is a stylistic comparison only; no maker or country of origin is attributed.
The vase features a slightly flared, irregular rim along with two raised, heavily textured decorative bands around the lower portion. The hand-worked surface and variations in the glaze give the piece a sculptural, artisan quality.
The turquoise glaze varies naturally across the surface, with subtle tonal changes and areas where the underlying pottery shows through. The irregularities and handcrafted details add to its distinctive character.
A beautiful decorative vessel that works especially well in Mid-Century Modern, Organic Modern, Bohemian, Mediterranean, Coastal, or eclectic interiors. Attractive displayed alone as a sculptural object or with flowers or branches.
No visible maker’s mark noted
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- Dimensions
- 4ʺW × 4ʺD × 7.75ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Period
- 1990s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Pottery
- Turquoise
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Aqua
- Condition Notes
- Good overall condition. No chips or cracks noted. The pottery has natural variations in the turquoise glaze, texture, and finish … moreGood overall condition. No chips or cracks noted. The pottery has natural variations in the turquoise glaze, texture, and finish consistent with its handcrafted character. The irregular, slightly wavy rim appears to be part of the handmade design rather than damage. Very heavy and substantial for its size. Overall, a well-preserved decorative pottery vase. Please see photos for details. less
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