Hull Bamboo Series (Pattern B-1) Vase or Pitcher
Ceramic; decorative art pottery • Hull Pottery Company (Crooksville, Ohio)
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modern; American Art Pottery
Medium & Technique
Slip-cast earthenware with underglaze hand-painting and a clear high-gloss glaze finish
Creation Period
Circa 1950-1952
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 6 to 8 inches in height; globular body with a flared rim and integrated handle
Subject Description
Naturalistic botanical motif featuring green bamboo leaves and stalks rendered in a simplified, rhythmic pattern against a white/cream ground
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; significant crazing is visible on the underside and likely extends across the body
Estimated Market Value
$25.00 - $45.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$15.00 - $30.00 USD
Provenance History
Likely American domestic use; features incised 'USA' and mold number 'B-1' on the base, typical of mass-produced Ohio pottery
Art Historical Significance
The Bamboo line was part of Hull's post-war production, reflecting the 1950s trend for tropical and 'Tiki' influenced interior decor in middle-class American homes
Notable Features
Distinctive incised 'USA' mark and 'B-1' model number on the bottom, which identifies the specific mold used by Hull Pottery during this period
Condition Issues
Extensive network of age-related crazing (fine cracks in the glaze), surface dirt, and minor shelf wear on the unglazed foot ring
Conservation Recommendations
Avoid immersion in water to prevent moisture from entering crazing lines and staining the ceramic body; dust with a dry cloth