Ceramic / Glass / Enamel / Stone
Vintage Italian San Marino Fat Lava Ceramic and Enamel “Fish” Pitcher
$130.00Circa 1960s Italian ceramic pitcher produced in San Marino (a small, independent republic within Italy). Features a highly-textured ‘fat lava’ glaze, one of San Marino’s signature finishes. ‘Effetto Lacca’ (enamel effect) was incorporated in the hand-decoration of the piece and depicts a school of fish (two on on side, three on the other).
Excellent, vintage condition with no flaws.
Stamped “Rep. San Marino Made in San Marino Italy.”
7ʺW × 5ʺD × 7ʺH
Vintage Italian Travertine and Brass Decorative Cube Box by Passeri for Ark Line
$350.00Unique travertine ‘cube’ decorative box with brass dome lid and hollowed out cylindrical interior storage compartment suitable for small objects designed by P. Passeri for Ark-Line (ca. 1970s, Italy).
Incised decoration present to two of the four sides, appearing ‘grid-like’ in appearance and enhancing the geometric design of the piece.
Retains the manufacturer’s metal tag to one side of the box and paper label to the underside.
Excellent vintage condition with no losses. There is light, age-consistent wear to the polished brass lid, as shown.
H: 7.25″ x L: 5.25″ x D: 5.25″
Height without lid: 5.13″
Interior storage dimensions: H: 4.75″ x Diameter: 3.75″
Vintage Japanese Otagiri Incised Vase by OMC
$130.00Circa 1950s stoneware vase (Otagiri vase) produced by the Otagiri Mercantile Company (OMC) of Japan. OMC hired renowned artists including Bob Harrison, Wendy Morgan, Kurt R. Kress and Tom Taylor to design their products, which became common exports to the USA (particularly to California).
This example features an attractive assembly of earth-tones with an incised leaf and bird pattern) Relatively sizable example (H: 8.5″ x Diameter: 3.5″), as most common examples are small bud vases / dishes.
Retains the OMC foil label to the underside.
Vintage Lilac and Pale Gray Studio Ceramic Planter with Plate 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 pale gray color with lilac/periwinkle rim.
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: 8.25″ x Diameter: 9.63″
Plate – H: 1.25″ x Diameter: 7.63″
Vase – H: 7.88″ x Diameter: 9.63″
Vintage Matte Brown and Slate Glaze Ceramic Planter with Stand by Deanna Nichols
$1,100.00Studio ceramic planter with saucer/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 matte brown glaze with metallic charcoal/slate glaze rim with incised linear and lava drip decoration. A rare color and textural example from Nichols who favored matte earth-tones 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: 8″ x Diameter: 8.5″
Plate – H: 1.5″ x Diameter: 7.5″
Vase – H: 6.5″ x Diameter: 8.5″
Vintage Matte Maroon Glazed Ceramic Planter Bowl by Deanna Nichols
$350.00Studio ceramic planter/bowl 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).
Circa 1979 based on the signature “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 palette in matte maroon, brown, and ochre 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
Relatively short size – H: 4″ x Diameter: 8.63″
Vintage Matte Stoneware “Beehive” Pendant Lamp by Jane and Gordon Martz
$2,200.00Ceramic pendant lamp designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios as part of the “236” series of hanging lights (ca. 1960s, Veedersburg Indiana, USA).
Beehive-form perforated stoneware shade with swirl pattern in attractive matte earth tone hues of brown, reddy-brown, cream, and taupe .
Retains its original black lacquered metal finial and hardware which, along with the cord, measures over 8′ long. Newly rewired.
Very good, vintage condition with only light scuffs to ceramic and minor paint loss to chain/ring, as shown.
First appears in the 1960s Marshall Studios Catalog #17 (see images).
Ceramic fixture alone: H: (without metal ring): 11.5” H: (including metal ring): 13.5″ x Diameter: 8.5”
Approximately 8-9’ of chain and cord
Vintage Matte Stoneware “Beehive” Pendant Lamp by Jane and Gordon Martz
$2,200.00Ceramic pendant lamp designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios as part of the “236” series of hanging lights (ca. 1960s, Veedersburg Indiana, USA).
Beehive-form perforated stoneware shade with swirl pattern in attractive matte earth tone hues of brown, reddy-brown, cream, and taupe .
Retains its original black lacquered metal finial and hardware which, along with the cord, measures over 8′ long. Newly rewired.
Very good, vintage condition with only light scuffs to ceramic and minor paint loss to chain/ring, as shown.
First appears in the 1960s Marshall Studios Catalog #17 (see images).
Ceramic fixture alone: H: (without metal ring): 11.5” H: (including metal ring): 13.5″ x Diameter: 8.5”
Approximately 8-9’ of chain and cord
Vintage Matte-Glaze Cordovan Crimped Ceramic Vase
$650.00Bulbous-form ceramic vase (ca. 1970s, USA). Attractive colors incorporated — eggplant / cordovan with a butterscotch streak and pinched top border.
Very good, vintage condition with slight dullness to patches of the glaze.
Measures: Height: 8″ x Diameter: 7.5″.
Vintage Navy and Pale Blue Incised Studio Ceramic Planter by Deanna Nichols
$650.00Studio ceramic planter /vase 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 pale gray color with soft blue rim and navy accents.
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: 8.25″ x Diameter: 8.5″
Vintage Norwegian Turi ‘Corsica’ Charger for Figgjo Flint
$95.00This is a hand-painted / silkscreened 1960s Charger / Serving Plate designed by Turi Gramstad-Oliver for Figgjo Flint of Norway. This design (defined by the fruit tree and olive green border) is part of the ‘Corsica’ series. This piece can be displayed on a table top for decorative purposes or used as a server.
Measures: H: 1.25″ x W: 11.5″ x D: 11.5″ (pen is used to illustrate scale).
It is in excellent condition.
Signed to the underside.
Vintage Ochre Studio Pottery Square Planter by Deanna Nichols
$800.00Studio ceramic 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).
Circa 1979 studio piece featuring a round vessel in organic, earthen hues of ochre and brown with curved, wavy, embellished borders on all four sides.
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: 8.13″ x L: 9.5″ x D: 9.5″