MCM Colorado Rockies Pine-Scented Pottery Deer

Few mid-century American novelty ceramics carry their origins as literally as these Colorado Rockies pottery deer, which were produced with a pine-scented finish as a direct reference to the Rocky Mountain landscape from which the Colorado Rockies souvenir tradition drew its identity.

Made by Colorado Rockies of the USA in the mid-century period, this pair of stylised pottery deer features the elongated legs, arched bodies, and earthy brown and cream tones that are characteristic of the American lodge aesthetic. Colorado Rockies produced a range of decorative and novelty pottery pieces aimed at the tourist and souvenir market, and pieces of this type, with their clean mid-century silhouettes and regional identity, are now collected as examples of American mid-century popular ceramics. The pine-scented finish, a novelty feature of the original production, adds an unusual sensory dimension to the piece. Browse related pieces in our Figurines collection.

• Maker: Colorado Rockies, USA
• Dimensions: 21 cm (H) x 8 cm (W)
• Condition: Visible condition as shown in images
• Features: Pine-scented finish, mid-century stylised deer forms, earthy brown and cream tones
• Period: Mid-century modern
• SKU: CBD-0042

An unusual and characterful pair for collectors of American mid-century novelty ceramics, lodge-inspired decorative objects, or regional souvenir pottery. Pairs naturally with the Jean Gerbino Vallauris ceramic mosaic vase (CBD-0043) and the wider Ceramics collection.