Description
A South African glazed earthenware fish vase or planter by Lucia Ware. The stylised moulded form features a rounded body, prominent fins, raised facial details and an opening along the upper edge. It is individually hand-painted in blue, cream, yellow, brown and black. Measuring 11 cm (height) × 15 cm (width). It is in excellent condition, with no chips, cracks or damage.
The moulded fish form corresponds with Lucia Ware catalogue number 2202. A handwritten decorator’s signature appears on the underside, confirming that the colourful surface decoration was applied by hand.
Yes. The catalogue identification confirms this as Lucia Ware form 2202, produced by Boksburg East Potteries in South Africa. The handwritten inscription is an artist or decorator’s signature rather than a country-of-origin mark. The exact production year and the artist’s identity have not been confirmed.
- Maker: Lucia Ware, South Africa
- Dimensions: 11 cm high x 15 cm wide
- Condition: Excellent
- Features: A South African glazed earthenware fish vase or planter by Lucia Ware. The stylised moulded form features a rounded body, prominent fins, raised facial details and an opening along the upper edge.
- Period: Mid 20th century
- SKU: SKU-00444
Collectors may appreciate its recognised Lucia Ware fish form, documented catalogue number, distinctive hand-painted decoration and surviving artist’s signature.
Related browsing includes the Lucia Ware hand-painted fish planter, the turquoise Lucia Ware fish vase and the South African Ceramics collection.
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