Gordon and Jane Martz were prominent designers and creators of simple, elegant, handcrafted ceramic goods. Their vintage mid-century modern designs for table lamps, floor lamps, chandeliers and pendants are daring but relaxed and make for versatile additions to any space.
Jane Martz’s grandmother established the family-owned American lampshades company Marshall Studios in Indianapolis, Indiana, in 1922. Jessie “Muz” Marshall produced hand-painted lampshades out of her home, then expanded to include lamp bases made of wood. The business later moved to Veedersburg. After studying at New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University, Gordon and Jane joined the company in the early 1950s and stepped in to run Marshall Studios after it had been managed by Jane’s parents. Gordon and Jane instilled the brand with fresh energy and new ideas. They introduced innovative modernist stoneware lamps, decorative accessories and more that became immediately popular with new homeowners of the era. Later, there was a return to lamp bases made solely of wood, and floor lamps, bookends and tables with tile tops appeared in the company catalogs.
The Marshall Studios M101 lamp was featured in the Museum of Modern Art’s “Good Design” exhibit in 1953, which also featured the work of other mid-century luminaries such as Jens Risom, Paul McCobb, George Nelson and more.
Gordon and Jane explored color and texture at the company during the 1950s and ‘60s and continued the rich legacy of craftsmanship for which Marshall Studios had become known. The manufacturer secured government contracts and their works were featured in Interiors magazine. Etchings and other decoration continued to be done by hand, and Jane eventually also took an interest in the fabric and textiles used to hand-cover the paper shades, producing a complementary line of hand-woven pillows and other goods.
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Martz for Marshall Studios Ceramic Mosaic Side Table
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ceramic top occasional table, designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. The circular top is composed of an inlaid ceramic mosaic, with glossy square tiles arranged in c...
Walnut
Gordon and Jane Martz Ceramic Top Table
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gordon and Jane Martz Ceramic Table Simple Teakwood base Dark Charcoal color tiles against a light grey background
Ceramic
Gordon & Jane Martz Rectangular Coffee Table with Oak Mosaic Inlay
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rectangular oak coffee table by Gordon & Jane Martz for Marshall Studios, c.1960s, USA. The table top is inlaid with square oak tiles in a linear pattern. The tiles feature varying w...
Oak
Martz Ceramic Top Square Side Table
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ceramic tile top square occasional table, designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studio. Signature inlaid ceramic mosaic with contrasting golden yellow and cream tiles on min...
Ceramic, Walnut
FORNASETTI Butterfly Square Side Table
By Fornasetti, Piero Fornasetti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage original square table with transfer-printed wooden top in the design of butterflies, it can be used as a side table or center table / made in Milan Italy by Fornasetti, 1970s...
Wood
Black Slate Top Chrome Square Coffee Table, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very nice designed square black granite top coffee table will stand out in every living room. It works with a modern or the classic style of your place.
Granite, Chrome
$4,475
H 17 in W 36.5 in D 36.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Tile, Lacquered Linen & Walnut Cocktail Table by Gordon Martz
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated Mid-Century Modern two-tier cocktail table was realized by the esteemed pair of Mid Century Modern designers Jane and Gordon Martz in the United States, circa 1960...
Ceramic, Walnut, Linen
Midcentury Mosaic Coffee Table by Genaro Alvarez
By Genaro Alvarez
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
A pupil of Diego Rivera, Genaro Alvarez is one of the most famous mosaic artist producing some of the most celebrated midcentury designs in Mexico. He mixed Mexican smalti and semipr...
Multi-gemstone, Brass
Gordon & Jane Martz Ceramic Tile Side Table
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gordon & Jane Martz design walnut and ceramic top side table. High quality construction and materials combine for a perfect drinks table. Ready to install and enjoy.
Ceramic, Walnut
$4,300Sale Price|20% Off
H 58 in Dm 19 in
Gordon & Jane Martz for Marshall Studios Ceramic Tile Table Floor Lamp, 1960s
By Maria Kipp, Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz, Gordon Martz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classy 1960s stained oak floor lamp with built-in ceramic tile side table by Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios is in incredible original vintage condition with a beauti...
Ceramic, Oak
Gordon and Jane Martz Round Oak Coffee Table with Mosaic Tile
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Round coffee table by Gordon & Jane Martz for Marshall Studios c.1960s, USA. The table top is inlaid with oatmeal toned square and triangular ceramic glazed tiles in a geometric patt...
Ceramic, Oak
Square Side Table by Rita Kettaneh
Located in Geneve, CH
The square side table by Rita Kettaneh Dimensions: The base: Brushed stainless steel optionally plated with copper or brass The top: Acrylic Materials: H 46 x W 33 x D 33 cm ...
Steel
$3,800
H 16 in W 72.5 in D 32.5 in
Style of Gordon & Jane Martz Solid Oak & Inlaid Smalti Glass Mosaic Tiles 1970s
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This coffee table was designed and hand-built by Kurt G Kurtis, a listed painter and craftsman, and is very large, and super good looking! At over 70 inches long, its heft not only lies in its size but also its materials. It's made of solid oak slabs and its surface is partially inlaid with expertly patterned smalti glass...
Oak, Glass
$4,500
H 19 in Dm 14 in
Gordon & Jane Martz Side Table or Occasional Table Figured Walnut & Ceramic Tile
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by wife & husband duo Gordon & Jane Martz, this table was produced by Marshall Studios in the 1950s. A shining example of Mid-Century as a whole, this piece features everyth...
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon & Jane Martz Oval Mosaic Tile Coffee Table
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oval coffee table by Gordon & Jane Martz for Marshall Studios. The table top is inlaid with round ceramic coin tiles in tan and cream tones. The frame of the table and four legs are ...
Ceramic, Oak
$5,688
H 55.12 in W 35.44 in D 1.19 in
Rectangular Pietre Dure Crema Marfil Marble Mosaic Inlay Table Top
Located in Marbella, ES
Rectangular Crema Marfil marble table top profusely decorated with Italian Pietre Dure mosaic inlays drawing crowns eagles and ornamental decorations usin...
Marble
Gordon and Jane Martz Ceramic Tile Side Table or Drink Stand circa 1960s
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mid Century Modern Ceramic Tile End Table or Drink Stand, designed by Gordon and Jane Martz, American, circa 1960s. Perfect small footprint table for in between two chairs. It has be...
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon & Jane Martz Green Coin Tile Mosaic Coffee Table
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Round coffee table by Gordon & Jane Martz. The table top is inlaid with green ceramic coin tiles. The frame, base and pedestal of the table are all solid walnut. Dimensions 33.75" ...
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon & Jane Martz Rectangular Mosaic Tile Coffee Table
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rectangular coffee table by Gordon & Jane Martz. The table top is inlaid with square ceramic tiles in light speckled gray. The frame of the table and four legs are solid oak. Dimens...
Oak, Ceramic
Gordon & Jane Martz Round Mosaic Tile Coffee Table
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Round coffee table by Gordon & Jane Martz for Marshall Studios c.1960s, USA. The table top is inlaid with square and triangular blue, brown and beige glazed ceramic tiles in a geomet...
Ceramic, Walnut
Jane and Gordon Martz Side or Drink Tables with Tile Tops
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Jane and Gordon Martz tile top drink or side tables. Ceramic Tiles of several sizes make up the tops of these useful tables! Sturdy and in very nice original condition!
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon & Jane Martz Walnut & Ceramic Coffee Table for Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Gordon & Jane Martz walnut & ceramic coffee table for Marshall Studios, circa 1970.
Ceramic, Walnut
Martz Pedestal Side Table
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mosaic tile top pedestal side table, designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. Signature inlaid ceramic mosaic in earthy tones with ...
Walnut
Martz Coin Tile Side Table
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ceramic coin tile top side table, designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studio. Beautiful turned walnut pedestal frame with signature inlaid ceramic round top. Known for the...
Ceramic, Walnut
Ceramic and Walnut Occasional Table by Martz
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic tile and walnut occasional table by Martz for Marshall Studios.
Ceramic
Sold
H 15.88 in Dm 43.75 in
Jane & Gordon Martz Ceramic Tile Coffee Table for Marshall Studios, circa 1960
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Jane & Gordon Martz ceramic tile coffee table for Marshall Studios, circa 1960.
Ceramic, Walnut
Ceramic Tile-Top Dining Table by Gordon and Jane Martz, circa 1965
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Ceramic tile-top round dining table by Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios, circa 1965.
Ceramic, Oak
Ceramic Tile-Top Occasional Table by Gordon Martz, circa 1960
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Ceramic tile-top occasional table by Gordon Martz, circa 1960.
Ceramic, Oak