Objects / Accessories
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 New England Grasscloth Wrapped Cedar and Bamboo Trunk / Blanket Chest
$850.00Antique blanket chest/trunk, ca. early 20th Century, New England.
Composed of grasscloth wrapped solid cedar with bamboo trim, metal handles, and brass hinges. Hinged top opens to reveal open storage with a clean interior showing minimal signs of use.
Diverse piece which can be used as intended for storage, but can also serve as an occasional/coffee table or low seat.
Blends well with a variety of decorating styles – Art Deco, Rustic, Farmhouse, French Riviera, Beach Cottage, etc.
Natural patina along with general wear present (scuffing/soiling/general wear to grasscloth exterior).
We have other bamboo pieces listed separately, as shown in the group images.
H: 12.25″ (closed) / 26.5″ (open)
L: 27.25″
D: 15.38″
Vintage Orange and Red Ceramic Planter With Botanical Relief 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 polychromed/color blended ribbed vessel with protruding rim featuring a laurel/leaf motif. Beautiful piece showcasing an attractive multi-layer color scheme of red, orange, ochre, and brown.
From the family of Deanna Nichols’ personal collection of her pieces. (As indicated by the sticker, this piece was never available for sale while the artist was living.)
“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: 7.25″ x Diameter: 9.5″
Vintage Oversized Crystal Pencil Sculpture
$300.00Oversized pencil sculpture in crystal (ca. 1980s/1990s, USA).
Good, vintage condition with a couple of small edge flecks present, as shown.
C6 marking present near the eraser.
Maker unknown.
H: 1″ x L: 15.25″ x D: 1.25″
Vintage Painted Metal Fish on Travertine Sculpture
$150.00Hammered metal fish on travertine base. Stylistically and compositionally (the incorporation of travertine) indicative of a Mid-Century Italian work, but there are no markings to support. Nonetheless, a great period, decorative object with nice colors and texture.
W: 4.6″ x D: 3.8″ x H: 13″
Vintage Pale Blue Matte Glazed Incised 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).
Circa 1979 studio piece featuring an incised abstract geometric pattern. Attractive pale blue and cream matte glaze with almost a sponge-ware appearance.
There is an old artist repair present – the thin crack on the base of the piece (a flaw occurring in the kiln) had been patched.
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: 6.75″ x Diameter: 9.25″
Vintage Pale Gray and Lilac Incised Studio Ceramic Planter by Deanna Nichols
$450.00Studio 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 relief of gently sweeping lines with beaded detail representing laurel. 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.
H: 6.5″ x Diameter: 7
Vintage Periwinkle Incised Studio Ceramic Planter with Saucer by Deanna Nichols
$750.00Studio ceramic planter with drainage hole and saucer/plate 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: 6.75″ x Diameter: 8.5″
Planter: H: 6.5″ x Diameter: 8.5″
Plate: H: 1.38″ x Diameter: 8.75″
Vintage Periwinkle Incised Studio Ceramic Planter with Saucer by Deanna Nichols
$750.00Studio ceramic planter with drainage hole and saucer/plate 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: 5.75″ x Diameter: 6.88″
Plate – H: 1″ x Diameter: 6″
Vase – H: 5.5″ x Diameter: 6.88″
Vintage Petite Illuminated Glass Precision Globe by Replogle
$950.00Diminutive 10″ diameter Replogle Precision Globe circa late 1952 / early 1953 (Israel, Korea, and Ethiopia are present).
Charming desk / bedside decorative object, given its size (roughly 2″ smaller – width, depth, and heigh, than a typical globe), offering a warm light source.
Composed of paper gores over glass, supported by a metal base and cast metal half-meridian with on / off pull string. Newly rewired.
Spots of paper loss present (one significant section in the North Pacific Ocean) and general wear to the globe itself, along with scuffs/oxidation to the metal elements .
Measures: H 14″ L 10.75″ D 10″ (globe diameter is 10″).
Vintage Petite Salesman Sample Wooden Glider / Double Swing Tabletop Model
$250.00Vintage Folk Art petite two-swing glider (likely a Salesman Sample advertising the sale of the full size model or a store display model), ca. 1920s, USA.
Functional, attractive piece that can be used for displaying small items on a tabletop or shelf or for use in a dollhouse.
Natural patina/general wear present, as shown. Swings smoothly and is structurally stable.
Serves as a visually striking conversation piece, working well with both rustic and modernist decor.
Measures: H: 17.25 x L: 21.38″ x D: 9″
Vintage Petite Studio Ceramic Earth Tone Pottery Bowl Vessel by Deanna Nichols
$150.00Small round studio ceramic bowl/vessel 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 studio piece from Nichols’ early, post-graduate era (late 1960s) features an attractive earth tone palette of brown (light and dark), beige, and ochre matte glazes. More complex than its small size and relatively minimal design would suggest with dense textural and layering elements.
Unsigned – from the family of Deanna Nichols’ personal collection of her pieces.
From the artist:
“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: 2.75″ x L: 4.25″ x D: 4″