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Bottle Vase, United Kingdom, 1950s-1970s Studio pottery, hand-made A rare, tall, hand-made vase reflecting the aesthetic of British studio pottery from the mid-20th century. Its impressive size and substantial weight underscore its sculptural presence. Made from dense clay with thick walls, the piece has a commanding, architectural feel. The surface is covered in a matte glaze of deep grey-blue tones, featuring distinctive rusty-brown speckles. These iron-rich spots result from the intentional inclusion of iron particles in the glaze prior to firing, creating an organic, painterly effect that varies in shape and intensity across the surface. The result is a rich visual texture that enhances the form’s natural irregularities. Unsigned, as is typical of many studio works from this period. The piece reflects the influence of Leach Pottery (St Ives), Winchcombe Pottery, and Aldermaston Pottery, among other key British studios of the time. Similar iron-spotting effects were explored by notable 20th-century potters such as Bernard Leach, Michael Cardew, Lucie Rie, and Hans Coper, who were known for their experimentation with natural glazes, raw materials, and textural inclusions – often incorporating iron to produce surface variation and expressive depth. The vase embraces the wabi-sabi aesthetic – celebrating imperfection, organic form, and material honesty. Dimensions: Height: 42-43 cm approx. 16.5-17 in Weight: approx. 3 kg (6.6 lbs) Diameter: 11cm (approximately 4.33 inches) Material: Stoneware with iron-speckled glaze Origin: United Kingdom Period: Circa 1950s-1970s Condition: Excellent vintage condition, no chips or cracks.

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J IM MALONE STONEWARE GREEN ASH AND IRON GLAZED WITH INCISED DECORATION BOTTLE STUDIO POTTERY. 33.5 CM high. In excellent condition- no chips or restoration. Impressed JM and L (for Lessonhall) marks.

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MICHAEL CASSON STONEWARE LARGE ASH IRON GLAZED WITH CIRCLE DECORATION FOOTED BOWL STUDIO POTTERY.

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MIKE DODD STONEWARE IRON GLAZE AND INCISED DECORATION AND DOLOMITE TOP STUDIO POTTERY VESSEL. Signed – impressed mark. In excellent condition -no chips or restoration.

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Jim Malone Studio Pottery Stoneware Vase with Hakeme Slip and Iron Decoration. Impressed JM and A for Ainstable pottery. In excellent condition, there is no damage.

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Vintage Studio Pottery Lugged Flask Tenmoku Glazed Iron Oxide Brushwork Signed. A lovely example with a tenmoku glaze and striking iron oxide brushwork. Impressed mark to base. A good size, measuring approx. Apologies for light reflections on the photos.

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The vase is free from damage with no chips, cracks, repairs or renovation BUT there is a chip on the base ring (as photographed) caused probably during production but cannot be seen when displayed AND there is no impressed potters mark. Presumably covered by the glaze. 17.5 cm high. Approx 13.5 cm width around the middle.

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RARE Alex Van Hagen Studio Pottery Black & Iron Oxide Glazed Lidded Pot.

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Jynsym Ong Studio Pottery Iron Rich Shino Glazed Hand Thrown Lidded Pot SUPER. A beautiful example of stoneware with a hand applied rich iron shino glaze.

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