Weller Pottery 'Hudson' or 'Eocean' Style Two-Handled Vase
Ceramic, decorative art pottery vase • Attributed to Weller Pottery Company (Zanesville, Ohio)
Style & Movement
Arts and Crafts movement with Art Nouveau influence
Medium & Technique
Wheel-thrown or mold-formed clay with slip-decorated, hand-painted underglaze and matte finish
Creation Period
Early 20th Century, circa 1915-1925
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 8 to 10 inches in height, globular three-dimensional format with two C-scroll handles
Subject Description
A globular two-handled vase featuring a blended matte glaze transition from ochre/yellow to a banded green and burnt orange. It displays stylized, elongated floral or geometric motifs flanking the handles, typical of American studio pottery from the Ohio River Valley.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; shows typical surface wear and glaze maturation consistent with age
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $350 USD
Auction Estimate
$100 - $250 USD
Provenance History
Likely American domestic origin; Weller was a prolific producer for the middle-class market. No specific labels visible, but likely bears an impressed or incised mark on the base.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the height of the American Art Pottery movement where mass-produced forms were given artistic distinction through hand-applied glazes, reflecting transitional tastes between Victorian ornamentation and modern simplicity.
Notable Features
Distinctive matte glaze 'wash' effect and the use of 'squeeze-bag' or slip-trailed accents that give textural depth to the stylized floral elements.
Condition Issues
Visible surface crazing in the glaze, minor scuffing near the base, and potential calcification/white residue near the bottom rim suggesting contact with water/use.
Conservation Recommendations
Gentle cleaning with distilled water and mild non-ionic detergent; avoid abrasive cleaners or immersion if deep crazing is present to prevent moisture trapping.