Ceramic / Glass / Enamel / Stone
Vintage Bulbous-Form Light Green Demijohn with Cork Stopper
$450.00Pale green demijohn/carboy originally used for transporting wine (ca. Early 20th Century, France).
Composed of ‘blown-to-mold’ glass (a method accepted as ‘hand-blowing’) exhibiting trapped air bubbles within the glass itself with a sheared lip and small cork stopper.
Thoroughly cleaned, though spotting and light soiling remain, as shown.
Somewhat small size measuring H: 16″ x Diameter: 10.63″
Vintage Ceramic Fish Ashtray / Decorative Dish by Marc Bellaire
$95.00This ‘fish’ ashtray / decorative dish is by the famed American artist / ceramicist, Marc Bellaire, who was a former employee of Sascha Brastoff before launching his own studio.
Nice incorporation of textures, including sgraffito composition of fish itself and mottled detail. The dark golden color is contrasted by the black detailing. Arrangement of tripod feet give the piece a nice, curved shape. Signed on the bottom.
7.5″ D
7.5″ W
2.75″ H
Vintage Ceramic Planter Vase in Pale Pink Matte Glaze by Deanna Nichols
$950.00Studio ceramic planter with corresponding plant saucer by ceramicist, Deanna Nichols (b. 1942-2017, Missouri).
Holding a BFA from Kansas City Art Institute (1965) and an MFA from Claremont Graduate University in California (1967), Nichols was educated in painting and complex pottery making techniques at an academic level and later served as an educator at the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs, Southwestern College in Chula Vista, CA, and The Chrysler Museum School in Norfolk, VA.
The second floor of the new student center at Kansas City Art Institute is named for Nichols (see image).
This set dates to the early 1990s, based on the signature “D. Nichols,” which she used during that era and features a design reminiscent of the linear pattern and shape of certain sea shells. The rim decorated with incised sinuous lines protrudes out slightly from the vessel. The matte pale pink, olive green, and brown palette with a lightly mottled surface gives the piece a gentle, organic quality.
From the family of Deanna Nichols’ personal collection of her pieces.
“I fell under the spell of the wheel, loving the physical beauty of the moves required to form clay and the sense of peace that came from throwing. Function has always been the thing that made it work for me. That and the people who take the pieces into their lives and make it all relevant. Should this lump of clay become a vessel and Should it dry without crack, Fire without flaw and Serve without breaking, Then may it claim For its maker A tiny bit of immortality.” – Deanna Nichols, 2008
Planter: H: 7.75″ x Diameter: 8.75″
Saucer: H: 1” x Diameter: 7.63″
Vintage Ceramic Planter Vase with Botanical Relief Decoration by Deanna Nichols
$450.00Studio pottery planter/vase by ceramicist, Deanna Nichols (b. 1942-2017, Missouri).
Holding a BFA from Kansas City Art Institute (1965) and an MFA form Claremont Graduate University in California (1967), Nichols was educated in painting and complex pottery making techniques at an academic level and later served as an educator at the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs, Southwestern College in Chula Vista, CA, and The Chrysler Museum School in Norfolk, VA.
The second floor of the new student center at Kansas City Art Institute is named for Nichols (see image).
This piece dates to the early 1990s, based on the signature “D. Nichols,” which she used during that era.
Composed of a polychromed/color blended ribbed vessel with protruding rim featuring a laurel/leaf motif. Beautiful piece showcasing an attractive multi-layer color scheme of red, ochre, and brown.
From the family of Deanna Nichols’ personal collection of her pieces.
“I fell under the spell of the wheel, loving the physical beauty of the moves required to form clay and the sense of peace that came from throwing. Function has always been the thing that made it work for me. That and the people who take the pieces into their lives and make it all relevant. Should this lump of clay become a vessel and Should it dry without crack, Fire without flaw and Serve without breaking, Then may it claim For its maker A tiny bit of immortality.” – Deanna Nichols, 2008
H: 6.5″ x Diameter: 7.88″
Vintage Ceramic Vase by Rosenthal Studio-Line Germany
$95.00Graceful ceramic vase by Rosenthal Studio-line (Germany, circa 1970s). Organic-form and high-gloss glazed exterior. No flaws.
Branded: Rosenthal Studio-linie Germany
3.25ʺW × 3.5ʺD × 9.1ʺH
Vintage Chalkware Bear Cub Sculpture
$195.00Charming chalkware duo of black bear cubs on a tree trunk. Bears’ eyes are cut and applied glass. Extraordinary incorporation of textures. The faux bois tree trunk looks like actual wood, not ceramic, with realistic details and colors.
6.25ʺW × 4.5ʺD × 3.75ʺH
Vintage Cream and Blue Matte Glaze Studio Ceramic Planter by Deanna Nichols
$650.00Studio ceramic footed planter by ceramicist, Deanna Nichols (b. 1942-2017, Missouri).
Holding a BFA from Kansas City Art Institute (1965) and an MFA from Claremont Graduate University in California (1967), Nichols was educated in painting and complex pottery making techniques at an academic level and later served as an educator at the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs, Southwestern College in Chula Vista, CA, and The Chrysler Museum School in Norfolk, VA.
The second floor of the new student center at Kansas City Art Institute is named for Nichols (see image).
This piece dates to the early 1990s, based on the signature “D. Nichols,” which she used during that era and features a square-form planter in blue and cream matte glaze with a bubble/orb pattern. Supported by four notched feet. Gentle, organic color palette and sculptural form.
From the family of Deanna Nichols’ personal collection of her pieces.
“I fell under the spell of the wheel, loving the physical beauty of the moves required to form clay and the sense of peace that came from throwing. Function has always been the thing that made it work for me. That and the people who take the pieces into their lives and make it all relevant. Should this lump of clay become a vessel and Should it dry without crack, Fire without flaw and Serve without breaking, Then may it claim For its maker A tiny bit of immortality.” – Deanna Nichols, 2008
H: 6″ x L: 7.88″ x D: 7.88″
Seller Reference: MDN38
Vintage Crimson and Slate Studio Ceramic Planter with Saucer by Deanna Nichols
$950.00Studio ceramic planter with drainage hole and plate/saucer by ceramicist, Deanna Nichols (b. 1942-2017, Missouri).
Holding a BFA from Kansas City Art Institute (1965) and an MFA from Claremont Graduate University in California (1967), Nichols was educated in painting and complex pottery making techniques at an academic level and later served as an educator at the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs, Southwestern College in Chula Vista, CA, and The Chrysler Museum School in Norfolk, VA.
The second floor of the new student center at Kansas City Art Institute is named for Nichols (see image).
This piece dates to the early 1990s, based on the signature “D. Nichols,” which she used during that era and features a design reminiscent of the linear pattern and shape of certain sea shells. The rim decorated with incised sinuous lines protrudes out slightly from the vessel. Attractive matte deep crimson glaze with ochre and slate rim in both matte and contrasting metallic glazes.
From the family of Deanna Nichols’ personal collection of her pieces.
“I fell under the spell of the wheel, loving the physical beauty of the moves required to form clay and the sense of peace that came from throwing. Function has always been the thing that made it work for me. That and the people who take the pieces into their lives and make it all relevant. Should this lump of clay become a vessel and Should it dry without crack, Fire without flaw and Serve without breaking, Then may it claim For its maker A tiny bit of immortality.” – Deanna Nichols, 2008.
Stacked – H: 8.63″ x Diameter: 9.38″
Planter – H: 8.13″ x Diameter: 9.38″
Plate – H: 0.75″ x Diameter: 8.75″
Vintage Crimson Incised Ceramic Planter with Saucer / Stand by Deanna Nichols
$750.00Studio ceramic planter with plate/display stand by ceramicist, Deanna Nichols (b. 1942-2017, Missouri).
Holding a BFA from Kansas City Art Institute (1965) and an MFA from Claremont Graduate University in California (1967), Nichols was educated in painting and complex pottery making techniques at an academic level and later served as an educator at the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs, Southwestern College in Chula Vista, CA, and The Chrysler Museum School in Norfolk, VA.
The second floor of the new student center at Kansas City Art Institute is named for Nichols (see image).
This piece dates to the early 1990s, based on the signature “D. Nichols,” which she used during that era and features a design reminiscent of the venation of leaves. The rim decorated with incised sinuous lines protrudes out slightly from the vessel. Attractive matte deep crimson glaze with ochre and slate rim in both matte and contrasting metallic glazes. Additionally, this example includes a versatile plate which can serve as a supportive cradle for the planter or reversed for use as a stand.
From the family of Deanna Nichols’ personal collection of her pieces.
“I fell under the spell of the wheel, loving the physical beauty of the moves required to form clay and the sense of peace that came from throwing. Function has always been the thing that made it work for me. That and the people who take the pieces into their lives and make it all relevant. Should this lump of clay become a vessel and Should it dry without crack, Fire without flaw and Serve without breaking, Then may it claim For its maker A tiny bit of immortality.” – Deanna Nichols, 2008.
Stacked – H: 6.75″ x Diameter: 7″
Planter – H: 5.5″ x Diameter: 7″
Plate – H: 1.5″ x Diameter: 7.5″
Vintage Czech Bohemian Orange Art Pottery Ribbed Lidded Canister by Erphila
$150.00Mid-Century Czech/Bohemia Modern art pottery lidded canister imported into the United States by Theodore Eberling and Frederick Reuss’s Philadelphia-based company, Erphila (an amalgam of the first letters of their last names and Phila representing Philadelphia).
Charming, eye-catching objet d’art composed of a ribbed cylindrical vessel supported by tripod base in a vibrant orange color with cream interior.
Very good, vintage condition with light patina but no chips/cracks/losses.
Retains the ERPHILA foil label and stamped signature “Erphila Czecho Slovakia.”
Small scale – H: 6″ x Diameter: 4.38″
Vintage Diminutive Pink Matte Glazed Incised Ceramic Bud Vase by Deanna Nichols
$225.00Studio ceramic variegated bud vase with drainage hole by ceramicist, Deanna Nichols (b. 1942-2017, Missouri).
Holding a BFA from Kansas City Art Institute (1965) and an MFA from Claremont Graduate University in California (1967), Nichols was educated in painting and complex pottery making techniques at an academic level and later served as an educator at the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs, Southwestern College in Chula Vista, CA, and The Chrysler Museum School in Norfolk, VA.
The second floor of the new student center at Kansas City Art Institute is named for Nichols (see image).
This circa 1979 studio piece possesses a subdued, organic form with attractive colors of pink, brown, and green, featuring a design with incised sinuous lines reminiscent of the linear pattern and shape of certain sea shells.
Incised “Nichols” signature present to the reverse.
From the family of Deanna Nichols’ personal collection of her pieces.
“I fell under the spell of the wheel, loving the physical beauty of the moves required to form clay and the sense of peace that came from throwing. Function has always been the thing that made it work for me. That and the people who take the pieces into their lives and make it all relevant. Should this lump of clay become a vessel and Should it dry without crack, Fire without flaw and Serve without breaking, Then may it claim For its maker A tiny bit of immortality.” – Deanna Nichols, 2008
H: 2.88″ x Diameter: 3.75″
Vintage Etruscan Style Mounted Terracotta Female Idol / Deity Effigy Sculpture
$1,600.00Abstract Etruscan-style female deity/idol tabletop effigy sculpture in terracotta mounted to a wooden plinth base (ca. Mid-20th Century, Italy).
Vent hole present to one side, as shown, to allow trapped air and steam to escape as the clay heats and dries during firing.
Very good, vintage condition with only minimal wear present, as shown.
Stylish objet d’art with intriguing subject and attractive colors employed.
Relatively small size –
H: 10.38″ x L: 3″ x D: 2.75″
Figure alone: H: 7.13″ x L: 2.5″ x D: 1.25″