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.
$395
H 3.5 in W 8.75 in D 3.75 in
Van Briggle Arts & Crafts Shell Form Pink and Lavender Glazed Ceramic Planter
By Van Briggle
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period shell form pink and lavender glazed ceramic art pottery planter By Van Briggle (signed to the underside) USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 8.75"W x...
Ceramic
$3,600
H 8.25 in W 10.5 in D 6.5 in
19th c. Wedgwood Pearlware Centerpiece - Pink Nautilus Sea Shell Compote Tureen
By Wedgwood
Located in Litchfield, CT
Antique 19th century Wedgwood pink pearlware nautilus sea shell compote or tureen. Measures 10 1/2" x 6 1/2" x 8 1/4" tall. Fully marked on the base. Good condition - minor loss of g...
Pottery
$4,850
H 8.5 in W 12.5 in D 8 in
19th c. Wedgwood Pearlware Centerpiece - Pink Nautilus Sea Shell Compote Tureen
By Wedgwood
Located in Litchfield, CT
Antique 19th century Wedgwood pink pearlware nautilus sea shell compote or tureen and clam shell under tray. Stand measures 12 1/2" x 8". Nautilus shell bowl measures 10 5/8" x 6 1/2...
Pottery
Glass Conch Shell by Loetz in Pink Ground with Mimosa Decor
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
An Austrian glass conch shell by Bohemian glass maker, Loetz in the pink ground with mimosa decor, circa 1890. The shell and snail form vases were among the most popular of Loetz's d...
$595
H 3.25 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in
Van Briggle Arts & Crafts Tulip Form Pink and Lavender Glazed Ceramic Bowl
By Van Briggle
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period tulip form pink and lavender glazed ceramic art pottery bowl, ashtray, or catchall By Van Briggle (signed to the underside) USA, Early 20th Century ...
Ceramic
Rare 1940 Biomorphic Pink Flamingo Florida Ceramic Ashtray by Kenmar
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century biomorphic pink and green Florida Pink Flamingo ceramic ashtrays with a flamingo by the shoreline. The ashtray features a beautifully detailed hand-painted scene of a Fla...
Ceramic
Rare 19th Century Majolica Rose Cache Pot Delphin Massier
By Delphin Massier
Located in Austin, TX
Rare French Majolica pink rose cache pot jardinière Delphin Massier, circa 1880. The Massier family are known for the quality of their unique enamels and paintings. They produced an...
Majolica, Ceramic
$922
H 4.73 in W 8.27 in D 6.3 in
Archimede Seguso Murano Glass Clam Shell Bowl in Pink Alabastro, Italy 1960s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Glasgow, GB
Murano glass clam shell bowl by Archimede Seguso, produced in Italy circa 1960s, executed in layered pink alabastro glass with clear crystal casing. Formed as a stylised shell with ...
Murano Glass
$1,178
H 7.88 in W 5.52 in D 4.34 in
Vintage Lotus Bud ceramic vase in pink and cream tones, China 1940s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a stunning ceramic vase depicting a lotus bud executed in dark pink and light yellow tones. On each side of the vase you will find a lions head medallio...
Ceramic
Victorian Minton Majolica Shell Spoon Warmer
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Victorian Minton Majolica Shell Spoon Warmer which features a volute shell resting on coral. Colouration: yellow, brown, cream, are predominant. The...
Majolica
Antique Italian Murano Pink & Opaline Swirl Art Glass Vase C1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Italian Murano Pink And Opaline Swirl Art Glass Vase C1930 Measures - 4" x 4" x 4.75" A stunning example of Italian Murano glass artistry, this vase features a delicate pin...
Art Glass
Roseville Art Pottery Brown Double Bud Vase with Thornapple Pattern C1937
By Roseville Pottery
Located in Big Flats, NY
Roseville Art Pottery Brown Double Bud Vase with Thornapple Pattern C1937 Measures - 5.5" x 4" x 3.25"
Pottery
California West Coast Pottery Embossed Bird & Sunrise Pottery Pillow Vase C1950
Located in Big Flats, NY
This distinctive Mid-Century Modern (MCM) pillow vase originates from California West Coast Pottery, dating to approximately 1950. Crafted from ceramic, the piece features a rectangu...
Pottery
Antique Arts & Crafts Embossed Paneled Grape & Leaf Redware Pottery Vase c1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
An exquisite example of Arts & Crafts pottery, this antique redware vase features an embossed grape and leaf pattern. The paneled design adds depth and...
Pottery
Antique Majolica Pottery Umbrella Stand, circa 1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Majolica umbrella stand offers pottery construction with nautical scene in relief with partially nude woman in boat on the sea, c1900 Measure...
Pottery
Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Vase with Wooden Base Signed 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Chinese Famille Rose porcelain vase from the 20th century, featuring intricate floral and vine patterns in vibrant colors. The ...
Porcelain
