Here is a vintage planter made of cement to resemble wood. Known as ‘faux bois’, which is French for fake wood, it was most popular from the 1920′s to the 1940′s. Pieces and techniques varied among artisans and the most popular pieces were mostly in the form of garden art. Sadly this sought-after art [...]
Italian Terra Cotta Co., Los Angeles, CA c1920′s-50′s This classically-inspired pedestal table has timeless “Olde World” styling that harmonizes perfectly with any setting, and creates a truly charming and distinctive setting. The table-top features a beautiful medallion design with wonderful detailed edging. Encircling the elegant pedestal is a series of graceful maidens. This awesome [...]
Italian Terra Cotta Co., Los Angeles, CA c1920′s-1950′s Nothing adds style and romance to an outdoor setting like a garden bench. We are presenting here exceptional ca.1920s benches from the celebrated Italian Terra Cotta Company of Los Angeles. Matched pairs of decorated, terra cotta benches of this quality are rarely found, and even rarer still [...]
Hillside Pottery, Los Angeles, Ca circa mid-teens to 1940′s Hillside is known for their wonderful grainy cement pieces, decorated with tile or without. This heavy garden pot has a bulbous shape with bands around the mid-section and near the bottom. Our piece is signed and comes from their No.Hollywood location, which was located [...]
Hillside Pottery, Los Angeles, CA Circa mid-teens to 1940′s Make a statement in the garden, patio or even inside the home with this great antique wall planter. Made with grainy cement and tiny 3/4″ tiles, including a clever use of a hexagon tile in the center. The iron ring (6″ across) will hold [...]
Bauer, Los Angeles, CA 1909-1962 The striking orange glaze is eye catching on this rare, antique ribbed jardiniere from Bauer. This one is very thick walled and not drilled. Orange is one of the most sought-after colors by Bauer jardiniere collectors. Use in the home or garden, with or without a plant. [...]
Bauer, Los Angeles, CA 1885-1962 This signed Bauer jardiniere is called Biltmore and works well in modern environments, home or office. It has an appealing shape and semi-gloss pale blue glazing. The drainage hole has not been drilled. 7″ tall x 8″ wide Excellent condition; one glaze pop from the kiln Qty = 1 [...]
Whittier Pottery Co., Whittier, CA C1920-1930 Exciting and rare antique pot from Whittier Pottery. This hand-made piece has an applied emblem or medallion on one side that reads “Bonita” and an actual hand print on the other. Great matte glaze has some crazing for added appeal. We recently learned from an old Whittier catalog that [...]
Galloway Terra Cotta Company, Philadelphia, PA 1889-1930 Beautiful large urn from Galloway, who many consider to be the East Coast equivalent of Los Angeles’s Gladding McBean. Deep glossy turquoise blends nicely with the lighter glazing. This wonderful piece would be an asset to any environment. 11″ x 14″ tall Great condition; has glaze skip from [...]
Galloway Terra Cotta Co., Philadelphia, PA 188901930 This wonderful vintage urn has a hand-made feel with fantastic variegated glazing. The shiny shades of green seem to drip over each other and there is cobalt peeking through in some areas. There are two applied flowers and two applied handles; plus a band around the bottom. [...]
Bauer, Los Angeles, CA 1885-1962 Beautiful jade green glaze covers this popular flower pot, the jardiniere. Made with rings all around, it comes in several sizes and colors. This one is marked on bottom: 10 1/2. Because we have so many, we will only show this one, but ask for photos if interested. 12″ [...]
Unknown Potter Circa 1900′s We don’t know who made this antique hand-made, Arts & Crafts style flower pot. The matte variegated green glaze is thick and drippy and pools at the bottom. We like the uneven, hand made feel of this great pot. It is heavy and drilled for drainage. 12″ wide x [...]
Gladding McBean, Los Angeles, CA 1890-present This is a stunning vintage pot from wonderful GMB. Notice its classic shape and Greek key pattern under the rim. What is really amazing is the thick, mottled glazing in shades of green. Use this anywhere for a potted plant; drilled for drainage. 14″ tall x [...]
Architectural Pottery, Los Angeles, CA Circa 1950-1970 This handsome pot was designed by David Cressey when AP evolved into Earthgender. Outside is the rough, matte brown glaze scored with an interesting detail. The inside is glazed with smooth gray, speckled with brown. Factory drilled for drainage. Put this pot in the garden, patio, [...]
