Lotus Blossom Ceramic Bowl
Decorative Art / Ceramic Tableware • Certified International Corp (CIC); Mass-produced in China
Style & Movement
Contemporary Tuscan/Mediterranean-inspired Provincial Style
Medium & Technique
Glazed earthenware or stoneware with hand-painted or stencil-applied overglaze decoration; sponged or speckled interior glaze.
Creation Period
Late 20th to Early 21st Century (Circa 1990-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 6-8 inches in diameter; circular deep bowl format with a raised foot ring.
Subject Description
The bowl features a stylized red lotus or artichoke flower on a warm ochre/yellow ground. The rim is decorated with a geometric lattice band interspersed with green and burgundy accents. The interior has a cream-colored speckled 'spongeware' finish.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; showing signs of moderate use and age-related wear.
Estimated Market Value
$10 - $25 USD
Auction Estimate
$5 - $15 USD (usually sold as part of a larger set)
Provenance History
Commercially distributed household item under the 'CIC' brand; originally sold in retail department stores like Macy's or Bed Bath & Beyond.
Art Historical Significance
Low; this is a functional, mass-produced decorative object representing the domestic aesthetic trends of the late 90s/early 2000s which favored rustic, warm-toned kitchenware.
Notable Features
Features the 'CIC' (Certified International Corp) branding indicating it is a designer-licensed patterns for mass production, often intended for seasonal or thematic home decor.
Condition Issues
Visible rubbing and slight glaze loss around the base/foot ring; potential crazing or utensil marks internal to the bowl based on age; minor shelf wear.
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash only to prevent further degradation of the overglaze paint; avoid microwave use if metallic components are present in glaze; store with felt dividers if stacked.
Collector Notes
CIC Made in China