New Arrivals
Vintage Beige and Light Blue Studio Pottery Planter Vase by Deanna Nichols
$900.00Studio pottery planter 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).
Circa 1979 piece featuring an organic-form vessel in cream and light blue glaze with brown linear and speckled details.
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: 7.38” x Diameter: 9.13″
Vintage Blue and Green Studio Pottery Square Planter by Deanna Nichols
$650.00Studio 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 with curved, wavy borders on all four sides in organic, earthen hues of white, olive, brown, and tan.
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: 7.63″ x L: 8.5″ x D: 8.5″
Vintage Brass Finish “Orb” Bookends by Ben Seibel for Jenfred Ware
$850.00Sculptural bulbous tear drop-form with cutout bookends designed by Ben Seibel for Jenfred Ware (ca. 1950s, USA).
Very good, vintage condition – brass plate shows light wear throughout, as shown (patina/scuffs/spotting/crazing).
Retain the original brown felted bottoms.
H: 6.38″ x L: 5.5″ x D: 4″
Vintage Brown and Pale Gray Studio Pottery Square Planter by Deanna Nichols
$750.00Studio 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).
1970s studio piece (works made between 1971-79 were stamped “Nichols Ferenbach”) featuring a round vessel with curved, wavy borders on all four sides in organic, earthen hues of pale gray, brown, olive, and tan.
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: 7.75″ x L: 9.13″ x D: 9.13″
Vintage Bulbous Form Studio Pottery Earth Tone Footed Planter by Deanna Nichols
$375.00Studio ceramic footed planter 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 last image).
1970s bulbous-form variegated studio piece (works made between 1971-79 were stamped “Nichols Ferenbach”) featuring an earth tone palette in brown, orange, and cream with a ribbed and stippled pattern/texture throughout. There are three slots on the rim, and the vessel is supported by three corresponding notched feet. Attractive color palette and sculptural form.
Very good, vintage condition – there are a few rough/discolored patches to the rim. These were touched up by the artist post-kiln and are not new repairs.
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: 4.75″ x Diameter: 6″
Vintage Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons with Blue Green Glass Eyes
$1,400.00Pair of andirons (circa 1920s/30s, USA) composed of cast iron owls on arched branch uprights fitted to billet bars. The blown glass marble eyes (one blue and green, three green) are nicely contrasted by the dark brown cast iron.
Billet bars show rust/wear from age/use. The owls themselves are in excellent, restored condition. There are naturally occurring flaws (bubbles/spots) within the glass itself.
Measures: H: 15.5″ x L: 9.5″ x D: 16.5″
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 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″