Signed Spanish Talavera plate Multi-Color Nice floral design on this hand painted plate. This measures 7" in diameter. Impressed mark on the back "Pintado a mano Espana" (hand painted Spain) - as well as a very ornate signature from the painted. (We also have a smaller blue and white plate from the same artist). Either a production glaze miss or a shallow flake on the outside edge - generally in nice condition. (#T-1352)

Keywords: Spain china collectible ceramic pottery

Manufacturer: unknown  

American Encaustic Pottery Monk Tray This decorative pottery piece measures 6 1/2" x 5 1/8". The scene is 4 monks (friars) talking with each other. The glaze is semi matte blue and white. Circa 1920. Flea bite lower left corner, upper right corner. Minor discoloration on upper left corner. Generally in nice condition. Marked AETCO on the back - from Zanesville, Ohio. (#T-1932)

Keywords: antique tile tiles ceramic vintage antique

Manufacturer: American Encaustic Tiling Company  

Vontury Lamp / Pot An outstandingly large piece of art pottery by Vontury. This was obviously originally designed to be used as a lamp base, as evidenced by the factory hole in the bottom. However, this shows beautifully as a pot and would look magnificent on a shelf or table. Measures just a tad under 15" tall and has its largest diameter at about 6 1/2". This is hand painted, under glaze, with stylized buds, flowers and leaves. Background is a high glaze nicely flowing pale brown. The flowers and foliage are executed in shades of greens, muted burgundy, and hues of blues. Although used nicely with art pottery and studio pottery collections, this actually has a porcelain body. Unsigned. there are 3 factory pinholes in the glaze, on the upper part of the neck. No cracks, chips or repairs.

F J. Von Tury was a Hungarian immigrant who founded his pottery in Metuchen, New Jersey in 1939. His works are sometimes signed "Vontury". (#T-1022)

Key words: american ceramics

Manufacturer: Vontury  

Kraftile (California) Advertising Boat Kraftile Company was located in Niles, California and was known for their art tiles, as well as other related products. This boat advertises the company, and measures 6 7/8" from bow to stern, and 2" high at the prow! Done in a high glaze brown to terra cotta color, this has a heavy stoneware-type body. The company was in business from 1926 - 1997- the age of this piece is unknown. In mint condition. (#T-1452)

Keywords: tiles tile vintage advertising memorabilia art crafts movement california row boat
Manufacturer: Kraftile Company  

Devonmoor England Studio Art Pottery Vase This is a gorgeous studio art pottery vase made by Devenmoor Art Pottery, in Newton Abbot, England. It is 9 1/2" tall, and has a diameter of about 6" at the widest. Fabulous drippy and streaky multiple glazes make the vase. Gloss glazes showing green, blues, and golds. There is one tiny factory glaze impurity (see photo). This company was formed in 1913, closed in 1914, and reopened in 1922. Date unknown on this piece, although stylistically it looks to be from the 1930's. In outstanding condition. (#T-1806)

Key words: British ceramics ceramic clay pot Torquay Devon

Manufacturer: as described  

Art Guild Bindery pottery pieces Two pieces made for the Art Guild Bindery, Cincinnati, Ohio. Round paperweight / tile - plaster, raised molded relief, diameter 4" - back says "2844 Spring Grove Ave Cinti 25, Ohio James K Dunham" - excellent condition. Dish with book and worm, 3 3/4" diameter, back says "James K. Dunham 205 KE??? BIDC Cinti 2, O." Chip to edge.

These were made as promotional items - great for that book worm in your life!
(#T-1146)
Manufacturer: as described  

Red Wing Collectibles Book Red Wing Collectibles, by Dan & Gail DePasquale and Larry Peterson. 1985, values updated 1990. Collector Books. Paperback 5 ½" x 8 ½". Color illustrations on all pages except for those sections illustrating marks and the value guide. The largest portion of the book illustrates their stoneware (churns, jugs, crocks) and their advertising ware. Very good condition. Bottom front right cover bent.

keywords: antique collectible reference pottery

Circa: 1985
Publisher: Collector Books
ISBN: 089145313X  

Roger Capron tile clock Roger Capron is a highly sought after French artist. Born in 1922 in Paris - his mid century ceramics are wonderful. This unusual tile clock measures 6 1/4" high by 3 7/8" wide. The tile body is 3/4" thick. Hand painted with flowers and leaves, checkered pattern on bottom, with an incised and hand painted clock face. Signed R. CAPRON above the VI on the face. Clear majolica glaze on the tile face. Condition - there is a chip on the upper top edge, approximately 1/8" square. Bottom left corner thin clay chip. Two small backside chips.

The miniature quartz clock movement (and hands) are new, and are not "permanently" affixed. This is easily removed and can be re-inserted after shipping. (#T1128)

Key words: tiles antique vintage France pottery ceramic

Manufacturer: Roger Capron  

Ray West Signed Pottery Vase Fabulous crystals in this glaze - this hand made pot has a lovely delicate tall neck. Porcelain body - done in shades of green. Measures 6 1/4" high - diameter is about 3 1/2". Signed R. West, 2003 on the base - and 2 letters - for Sequoia Forest Pottery. In excellent condition. (#T1348)

Key words: pottery ceramic California

Manufacturer: Ray West  

Signed Spanish Talavera Plate Blue and White Lovely, simple design on this deep cobalt blue and white hand painted plate. This measures 5 3/4" in diameter. Impressed mark on the back "Pintado a mano Espana" (hand painted Spain) - as well as a very ornate signature from the painted. (We also have a larger multicolor plate from the same artist). Minor wear to outside edge - generally in nice condition. (#T-1351)

Keywords: Spain china collectible ceramic pottery

Manufacturer: unknown  

Harris Strong Cubist Pottery Dish This decorative pottery dish was made by the firm of Harris Strong (who is more well known for his tiles). Roughly triangular in shape, this is 11 /2" long and 7" at its widest - 1 3/8" high. The scene is either a cathedral or church with a clock tower, and perhaps a 2 car garage! B77 is the design number on the back - and impressed Harris G. Strong. Condition is very good. Circa 1960's. (#T-1934)

Keywords: ceramic terra cotta retro vintage tile

Manufacturer: Harris Strong  

ZSC small cups in rose glaze Cute pair of small cup shaped pots - each measuring 2 ¾” in diameter. They are shape #D-18. The glaze is rose - one is really semi-matte while the other is gloss. Both are in excellent condition. The price is for the pair. (#T-1704)

Key words: ZSC pottery Ohio ceramic

Manufacturer: Zanesville Stoneware Company  

Art Pottery Bookend with Horses This whimsical pottery bookend has a pair of ponies adorning it. Done in a turquoise high glaze over buff clay this is heavily molded. It measures 6" high, 5 3/4" across and is 1 1/2" thick - and heavy! In excellent condition. Age and maker are unknown, although it looks very "California".
(#T-2033)

Keywords: Horse animal ceramic clay

 

Civitan International by Northwestern Terra Cotta Co. An unusual and rare item to be made by the Northwestern Terra Cotta Company (Chicago, IL), this was made for Civitan International. Semi matte green glazes are combined with excellent matte blue and matte yellow. The design is in raised relief. Minor glaze nips on the edges. Made at their plant in Denver, Colorado, this dates between 1929 - 1956. (#T-1019)

Keywords: tile tiles antique vintage ceramic pottery memorabilia Norweta
Manufacturer: Northwestern Terra Cotta Company  

Zanesville Pottery - Shape #93 Super piece of ZSC - Zanesville Stoneware Company, done in a gloss rose glaze. This is shape #93 - and has wonderful curving flowers as the border design. 6" in diameter at the largest part. This is in mint condition. Circa 1920. (#T-1711)

Key words: ZSC pottery Ohio ceramic

Manufacturer: Zanesville Stoneware Company