Van Briggle Pottery Black Swan - Approximate measurements: 3 5/8" high 4 1/8" tail to head Van Briggle logo is on the bottom along with the initials. and Van Briggle Colo. Sprgs. Van Briggle Pottery, established in 1899, is one of the oldest active art potteries in the United States. Founded by Artus Van Briggle, of Holland Dutch descent, Van Briggle Pottery has been considered one of the great American art potteries for over a century.