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Vintage NICODEMUS POTTERY Holiday Ornament
This ceramic holiday ornament by Nicodemus Pottery is dated vintage to 1964 and depicts a bundled up boy dragging a Christmas tree to be festively placed in a warm home. A lasting figure in the Columbus art scene, Chester Nicodemus (1901-1990) imbues a quaint and homespun quality onto this ornament, making it the perfect addition to the crafty Christmas tree or holiday décor arrangement. This ceramic ornament is glazed in glossy, translucent tones of green and white and has been stickered with Nicodemus’ studio insignia en verso, ensuring its authenticity.
About the Artist:
Chester Nicodemus (1901-1990) was a Columbus, Ohio potter, sculptor, and teacher known for his small clay birds, as well as other wildlife, teapots and pitchers. His pieces are recognizable as being produced with variously colored translucent glazes, which enhanced the redness of the high iron content of Ohio clay to create a russet brown undertone. Nicodemus earned a degree from Cleveland Art School and then went on to teach at Dayton Art School and Wittenberg College. In 1932, he became dean at the Columbus College of Art and Design and later taught at The Ohio State University and served as president of the Columbus Art League. All of Nicodemus' molds and glazes were destroyed upon his death at his request.
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Vintage NICODEMUS POTTERY “Blue Box” Ashtray
Dated vintage to 1940, this rare ashtray by Nicodemus Pottery was originally created for Blue Box Corrugated in Columbus, Ohio as a piece of fine advertising. This ceramic ashtray is glazed in glossy, translucent tones of rust and light blue and has been stamped and stickered with Nicodemus’ studio insignia, ensuring its authenticity.
About the Artist:
Chester Nicodemus (1901-1990) was a Columbus, Ohio potter, sculptor, and teacher known for his small clay birds, as well as other wildlife, teapots and pitchers. His pieces are recognizable as being produced with variously colored translucent glazes, which enhanced the redness of the high iron content of Ohio clay to create a russet brown undertone. Nicodemus earned a degree from Cleveland Art School and then went on to teach at Dayton Art School and Wittenberg College. In 1932, he became dean at the Columbus College of Art and Design and later taught at The Ohio State University and served as president of the Columbus Art League. All of Nicodemus' molds and glazes were destroyed upon his death at his request.
This ashtray is amongst hundreds of pieces of décor that are available at our location in Grandview! Come in today and see the full collection.
French Art Deco Vase Attributed to MAURICE MODEL
This French Art Deco glass vase has an opaque blue-green jade color with leafy vines incised into the rounded body beneath the narrow mouth. Attributed to Art Deco glassmaker Maurice Model, who ceased operations after his studio was collateral damage in a World War II bombing, only 9 years after opening. Faint signature on bottom.
This vase is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Pair of Opal Filigree Earrings in 14 Karat Gold
Cast in 14kt yellow gold, these charming earrings are adorned with minute filigree details that add delicate, yet stunning detail to the wardrobe. Each earring features a prong set, cabochon opal stone at its center that has a beautiful bright white coloring. Sold as is with one prong needing to be reset, these earrings are held secure with straight post backings.
This pair of earrings is amongst hundreds of pieces of fine jewelry that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Large Oval Southwestern Turquoise Ring
This ring is crafted to a traditional southwestern styling and proudly features a large turquoise stone that exhibits tasteful speckling, breaking up its rich, blue-green coloring. Etched with geometric designs throughout its widened band, this ring details scalloped and rope motifs that encircle its large oval, cabochon cut stone, resolving a fine piece of jewelry that truly impresses and inspires.
This ring is amongst hundreds of pieces of fine jewelry that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Antique Arts and Crafts Table Lamp with Bat Motif
Dated from the early to mid-1900s, this antique table lamp is crafted in a classic Arts and Crafts styling for a piece of lighting that offers rich, bygone allure to the eclectic home. This lamp is crafted with a heavily-patinated copper body that has been detailed throughout with macabre bat motifs and accommodates a single bulb activated via a drop chain cord for subtle luminance. A pane of amber mica serves as this unusual piece of lighting’s shade, rounding out its dramatic theme and ensuring a conversation piece that is bound to delight friends and family alike.
This table lamp is amongst hundreds of pieces of lighting that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Antique WELLER POTTERY Vase
This antique vase by Weller Pottery is dated to the 1920s to add a nostalgic touch to the tabletop décor collection. Decorated with the profile of a regal king against a glossy, teal glazing, this delightful little vase details a simplified body and is coupled with handles that allow for easy carriage.
This vase is amongst hundreds of pieces of décor that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Vintage ORREFORS Modernist Crystal Elephant Figurine
Dated vintage to 1975, this small crystal figurine by Orrefors offers a small, yet beautiful piece of art glass to the collection, depicting a modernist rendering of a majestic elephant. This handsome, sculptural form makes for an ideal display piece and has been etched on its underside by the maker for guaranteed authenticity.
This figurine is amongst hundreds of pieces of décor that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
NICODEMUS POTTERY “Koala Bear” Figurine
This small ceramic figurine by Nicodemus Pottery circa 1970 depicts a smoothly sculpted koala bear perched against a tree stump. A lasting figure in the Columbus art scene, Chester Nicodemus (1901-1990) often employed motifs of small animals and birds in his work, most of which have become widely collected in the years since his passing. This ceramic figurine is minimally glazed and has been stamped with Nicodemus’ studio insignia along its underside, ensuring its authenticity.
About the Artist:
Chester Nicodemus (1901-1990) was a Columbus, Ohio potter, sculptor, and teacher known for his small clay birds, as well as other wildlife, teapots and pitchers. His pieces are recognizable as being produced with variously colored translucent glazes, which enhanced the redness of the high iron content of Ohio clay to create a russet brown undertone. Nicodemus earned a degree from Cleveland Art School and then went on to teach at Dayton Art School and Wittenberg College. In 1932, he became dean at the Columbus College of Art and Design and later taught at The Ohio State University and served as president of the Columbus Art League. All of Nicodemus' molds and glazes were destroyed upon his death at his request.
This figurine is amongst hundreds of pieces of art that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Antique Czechoslovakia Amphora Vase
Sourced from Czechoslovakia, this antique vase has an amphora type design that details a shapely, handled vessel for easy carriage, multiple mouth openings rounding out a unique design that is sure to impress. Cirac 1920, this bulbous vase displays a high level of craftsmanship and is resolved with a decorative matte glazing detailed with rich leaf motifs.
This vase is amongst hundreds of pieces of décor that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Tavern Spirits Cabinet
This tavern spirits cabinet or spirits cage adds a well-loved piece of bygone furniture to the kitchen, dining room, or bar area. Elevated by fanciful spool feet, this smaller, portable cabinet features a single door that opens to reveal a generous storage compartment, its extensive spindles, finials, and scrolling details accentuating a highly decorative and impressive design. A heavy, natural patina with moderate distressing covers the surface of this cabinet, resolving a charming testament to its long history of usage.
This spirits cabinet is amongst hundreds of pieces of furniture that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Ashtray in Teal and White
This ashtray is crafted from ceramic and details a classic mid-century modern design that still impresses and inspires to the present day. Dual tones of white and teal glaze cover the entirety of this piece, highlighting its light, whimsical texture and adding indelible taste and style to the tabletop décor collection.
This ashtray is amongst hundreds of pieces of décor that are available at our location in Columbus, Ohio! Come in today and see the full collection.