Tall Square Ceramic Bud Vase with Tortoiseshell Glaze
Decorative art, ceramic vessel, bud vase • Unknown maker, likely commercial studio pottery or mass-market contemporary home decor manufacturer
Style & Movement
Contemporary decorative arts with animal print motifs
Medium & Technique
Glazed earthenware or stoneware with reactive dripping glaze techniques
Creation Period
Late 20th century to early 21st century
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12 to 14 inches in height, slender square vertical format
Subject Description
A tall, slender, square-profile vase featuring a high-gloss tortoiseshell glaze pattern with deep brown and black spots contrasting against a warm amber-brown ground.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good condition with no visible structural cracks, chips, or major glaze losses.
Estimated Market Value
$15 - $45
Auction Estimate
$10 - $30
Provenance History
Acquired from a retail or thrift environment, typical of modern consumer decorative items with unknown primary ownership.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of late 20th and early 21st-century interior design trends incorporating natural animal patterns into everyday functional objects.
Notable Features
Distinctive elongated square body shape and rich tortoiseshell-style reactive glaze pattern.
Condition Issues
Minor surface dust or light scuffing consistent with standard handling and display.
Conservation Recommendations
Standard cleaning with a soft, damp cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners or harsh chemicals to protect the high-gloss glaze.