A quietly compelling piece of studio pottery, notable less for any firm attribution and more for the confidence of its surface.
Thrown in a classic baluster form, the vase carries a matte, softly mottled, almost iridescent glaze — a kind of oil-slick haze that shifts between earthy browns, smoky greens and muted metallic tones. Over this, a series of sgraffito markings have been cut and trailed, loose and gestural, sitting somewhere between decoration and instinct.
There’s a nice tension at play: a traditional silhouette paired with something more experimental in the finish. The neck is banded and slightly architectural, while the body feels freer, more painterly. It doesn’t shout, but it holds attention longer than expected.
Unidentified, but stamped to the base with a maker’s mark.
Details
Origin: Unknown (likely European studio pottery)
Date: Mid to late 20th century
Material: Stoneware
Height: 26 cm
Width: 15 cm
Finish: Matte, with iridescent glaze and sgraffito decoration
Condition: Good vintage condition overall. A small chip to the rim as shown in photographs
Delivery
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