{"product_id":"sculptural-studio-pottery-earthenware-vessel-with-organic-figural-stopper","title":"Sculptural Studio Pottery Earthenware Vessel with Organic Figural Stopper","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking sculptural studio pottery earthenware vessel featuring a richly textured, architectural form and an exceptionally unusual organic finial. The substantial square-form body is finished in earthy tones of ochre, olive green, brown and golden amber, with a beautifully mottled surface characteristic of handcrafted earthenware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe front of the vessel is embellished with an elaborate hand-incised and dimensional relief decoration, centered by a raised oval medallion and surrounded by concentric bands of abstract, geometric and organic motifs. The decoration extends around the body, giving the piece visual interest from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vessel is topped by a broad, raised neck and removable sculptural stopper. The stopper is particularly distinctive, with an organic, bulbous form surrounded by a ring of rounded clay elements resembling berries, petals or seed pods. Together, the body and stopper create an unusually expressive work of decorative studio ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe combination of primitive-inspired surface decoration, earthy glazing, dimensional relief and sculptural form makes this an especially appealing piece for collectors of mid-century and modern studio pottery, art ceramics and one-of-a-kind decorative objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition: Good vintage condition, consistent with age and use. The piece displays the expected surface variations, patination and minor imperfections inherent to handcrafted earthenware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaterials: Clay, earthenware, ceramic glaze\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStyle: Studio Pottery, Art Pottery, Organic Modern, Sculptural Ceramics\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eType: Decorative Vessel \/ Ceramic Sculpture \/ Covered Vessel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate of manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1960-75\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Earthenware\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e H 11.38 in x W 6.38 in x D 3.5 in\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good. Wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Euro Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Sculptural Studio Pottery Earthenware Vessel with Organic Figural Stopper","offer_id":50327237427457,"sku":"LU4082151926712","price":1550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/8652\/4673\/files\/beige_decorative_object_with_bouchon6_bg_processed.jpg?v=1789385664","url":"https:\/\/euroantiques.us\/products\/sculptural-studio-pottery-earthenware-vessel-with-organic-figural-stopper","provider":"Euro Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}