Vintage Handmade Southwestern Etched Pottery Vase
$61.00
Vintage Handmade Southwestern Pottery Vase, Signed. Measures about 9.25" in height by about 6.5" wide. Good condition. Has some scuffing that may come off.
This striking piece of handmade pottery captures the ethereal beauty of a high-desert sunset. The vase features a sophisticated conical form that tapers elegantly from a wide base to a narrow, flat rim. Its surface is finished in a dreamy, matte ombre gradient that transitions seamlessly from a soft morning blue into delicate shades of lavender and dusty rose.
The true artistry lies in the sgraffito-style etching that wraps around the vessel. A highly stylized, geometric bird—reminiscent of traditional Southwestern motifs—is carved directly into the clay, revealing the bright white ceramic beneath the tinted slip. The sharp, intentional lines of the wings and crest provide a wonderful tactile contrast to the smooth, frosted texture of the body. Whether placed on a Mid-Century sideboard or integrated into a sophisticated Southwestern interior, this signed piece serves as both a functional vessel and a standalone work of art. It evokes a serene, artistic atmosphere that bridges the gap between traditional craft and 1980s-era desert chic.
This item is vintage, approximately 40 years old.
This striking piece of handmade pottery captures the ethereal beauty of a high-desert sunset. The vase features a sophisticated conical form that tapers elegantly from a wide base to a narrow, flat rim. Its surface is finished in a dreamy, matte ombre gradient that transitions seamlessly from a soft morning blue into delicate shades of lavender and dusty rose.
The true artistry lies in the sgraffito-style etching that wraps around the vessel. A highly stylized, geometric bird—reminiscent of traditional Southwestern motifs—is carved directly into the clay, revealing the bright white ceramic beneath the tinted slip. The sharp, intentional lines of the wings and crest provide a wonderful tactile contrast to the smooth, frosted texture of the body. Whether placed on a Mid-Century sideboard or integrated into a sophisticated Southwestern interior, this signed piece serves as both a functional vessel and a standalone work of art. It evokes a serene, artistic atmosphere that bridges the gap between traditional craft and 1980s-era desert chic.
This item is vintage, approximately 40 years old.