Along with Stickley furniture and the copper lamps of Dirk van Erp, the works of the Roseville Pottery Company are treasured staples of the American Arts and Crafts movement. The straightforward naturalism of vintage Roseville bowls, vases, dishes and other ceramics represent a frank, American aesthetic distinct from the more stylized European Art Nouveau works of the same period. Roseville Pottery works are the essence of honest artisanry.
Founded in Roseville, Ohio, in 1890, the company originally focused on flowerpots, mixing bowls, and other household items, but branched out into art pottery in 1900. An early manifestation of the Arts and Crafts movement in the United States — which celebrated traditional craftsmanship and would influence designers and architects including Frank Lloyd Wright — was Fulper, Rookwood and Roseville pottery. Hand-painted florals and gourd-like shapes were the pieces’ most obvious characteristics.
Roseville pottery typically features decorative motifs inspired by nature — the company’s Pinecone and Blackberry patterns are perennial favorites among collectors — and glazes in warm, earthy shades of brown and gold.
Roseville's Pinecone pattern was the brainchild of art director Frank Ferrell, who sculpted the prototype for each piece by hand. His most successful ideas went into mass production, while others were limited to only a few experimental pieces. These “experimentals” are now the most sought-after Roseville wares — look for the official Roseville pottery marks on the bottom or side of a piece, along with a number or (in some cases) even a note.
As you will see from the items on these pages, Roseville Pottery produced ceramics of timeless and enduring warmth and beauty. They merit a place in every collection of American design.
Find vintage Roseville bowls, vessels and other works for sale on 1stDibs.
Awaji Pottery Vase with Carved Calla Lilies in Unusual Textured Surface
By Awaji Pottery
Located in Wilton, CT
Large Awaji pottery vase with calla lilies carved into an unusual bark-like textured surface giving the impression of flowers growing in the natural world. The Hu-form accentuated wi...
Pottery
Art Deco ceramic flower pot vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
Art Deco ceramic flower pot vienna around 1920s Very nice green color Original condition
Ceramic
Glazed Art Deco Pottery Bowl by Herman August Kähler, 1920s
By Herman August Kähler
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Fully glazed bowl with swirling brown stripes and blue flowers. The glaze has been applied through a cow horn - distinct Kähler Technique. Made by Herman August Kähler circa 1915-25....
Ceramic
French Art Deco Stoneware Ceramic Floral Vase by Louis Dage, circa 1930
By Louis Dage
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Elegant French Art Deco stoneware ceramic vase by Louis Dage, dating to circa the 1930s. Its compact, rounded body and highly stylized floral decoration make it a particularly appeal...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Susie Cooper, circa 1932
By Susie Cooper
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Susie Cooper Art Deco Modernist Vase. Incised with abstract foliate decoration and decorated in an olive green glaze, the base signed Susie Cooper England, 1932. Provenance: From t...
Ceramic
Art Nouveau Flowerpot Jardinière Majolica Gustave De Bruyn
By Gustave De Bruyn
Located in Poperinge, BE
Small flowerpot or jardinière from the Art Nouveau period, crafted from crackle-glazed majolica earthenware, decorated with peonies and floral ornamentation, numbered 4522 on the bot...
Majolica
$1,316
H 7 in W 9 in D 9 in
Wardle by Frederick Rhead attri. Arts & Crafts planter with floral decoration.
By James Wardle and Company
Located in London, GB
Wardle by Frederick Rhead attributed. An Arts & Crafts planter with tube line decoration of stylised sun flowers and leaves, in strong rich colours.
Pottery
$617Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.71 in W 10.83 in D 6.11 in
Vintage Art Deco Flower Vase, English Handpainted Ceramic, Diamond Form, Planter
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage Art Deco flower vase. An English, hand-painted ceramic decorative diamond shaped pot, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1930. Fascinating diamond form, with ap...
Ceramic
Art Deco Ceramic Bowl by Faïenceries et Emaux de Longwy, France, 8.25"
By Faïenceries et Emaux de Longwy
Located in Miami, FL
A stunning Art Deco period faience bowl, made in France by the Emaux de Longwy art pottery workshop and dating circa 1920-30s. This earthenware bowl is hand-decorated with Chinoiseri...
Enamel
$900
H 11.42 in Dm 9.45 in
Highly decorative vase, flowing glaze, laurel star motif, Art Deco 1920s, France
Located in Wien, AT
This exceptionally decorative vase was made by the Flemish ceramics manufacturer Laignel Kortrijk in the 1920s. This unusual design language is typical of a special manufacturer. Th...
Ceramic
Art Deco Indigo Decorative Bowl with Lily of the Valleys Motif by Roseville
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco bowl was realized by the esteemed maker Roseville Pottery in the United States, circa 1930. It features a bowed circular body in a rich indigo hue with lily of ...
Ceramic
Art Deco Roseville Clematis Green Vintage Art Pottery Ceramic Vase Basket 387-7
By Roseville Pottery
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ceramic vase / basket, crafted by Roseville Pottery in circa 1944, is a beautiful example of the Art Deco style. Part of the Clematis line, this particular piece, labele...
Ceramic
Art Deco Cubic Floral Ceramic Vase by Charles Catteau for Boch Freres Keramis
By Charles Catteau for Boch Freres
Located in New York, NY
This stunningly colored Art Deco Ceramic Vase with Cubic Flowers in Craquelure & Multicolor Glazed Detailing is designed by Charles Catteau for Boch Freres Keramis, originating from ...
Ceramic
Art Deco Ceramic Vase with Hand-Painted Detailing by Arthur Percy for Gefle
Located in New York, NY
This stunning hand painted ceramic vase was realized by the esteemed Swedish ceramicist Arthur Percy for Gefle circa 1920. It features a subtly conical body with inset sloped shoulde...
Ceramic
Art Deco Egyptian Faience Glaze Vase Signed Leon Volkmar for Durant Kilns
By Leon Volkmar, Durant Kilns
Located in New York, NY
This rare and stunning Art Deco Egyptian Faience Glaze Vase Signed Leon Volkmar for Durant Kilns originates from the United States, C.1922. This piece features a timeless composition...
Faience
Art Nouveau Porcelain Donatello Pattern Dish w Gilt Handles & Motif by Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Art Nouveau Porcelain Dish W/Gilt Handles & Natural Motif in the Donatello Pattern is by the esteemed manufacturer Rosenthal and originates from Germany, Circa 1912. ...
Porcelain
