Small But Sweet Roseville Pottery 1950 Green Gardenia 3” Planter Vase 656-3

Description

Sweet Roseville Pottery green Gardenia 3” planter vase from 1950, pattern number 656-3. The contrast of the lighter green on the upper vase with the lines that deepen to an olive green on the bulging bottom, the brown band, and the brilliant white gardenias make this little vase stand out in a big way. This planter vase is in perfect condition, with no chips, cracks or damage of any kind. It has two very small manufacturing defects: one a slightly darker tiny green area on the lower part of one side and the other a bubble defect near it. The inside is pristine. Please examine the pictures closely in order to fully assess for yourself the condition of this vase. I have more pictures if desired. Please see my other Roseville pieces; I will happily combine shipping. Measurements are height 3.75”/9.5cm, width center flower to flower 4.25”/10.5cm, width at bottom approximately 4.875”/12cm square, opening 3.375”/8.5cm square, base approximately 3.875”/10cm square, weight 14.5oz/0.5kg. This beautiful vase may be small, but it’s a knockout!
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Roseville Pottery History
The Roseville Pottery Company was founded in 1890. Roseville initially produced simple utilitarian ware such as flower pots, umbrella stands and other practical household items. In the early 1910s Roseville Pottery shifted production to more commercially produced Arts and Crafts style pottery. Roseville's ability to quickly adapt to changing market conditions was one of their greatest attributes, and so they were continually able to produce the most popular patterns and styles compared to other pottery companies of the time such as Weller and McCoy. In 1918 George Krause became the head of technical supervision and development and Frank Ferrell became the art director, and their combined skills produced many of today's most popular Roseville patterns including Sunflower, Wisteria , Dahlrose, Futura, Ferella, Rosecraft, Cherry Blossom and Blackberry. Ferrell brought years of experience with him from working at Weller and other potteries, and due to his ingenuity Roseville released at least one new line a year until 1954. Roseville introduced Pinecone in 1931, which became the most successful and highest volume pattern produced over the entire existence of Roseville pottery. World War II necessitated more changes at Roseville Pottery, and during this time period Roseville introduced patterns such as Zephyr Lily, Freesia, Columbine, Fuchsia, and White Rose. While all these patterns and more remained the best quality art pottery in the market during the late 1940s and early 1950s, Roseville Pottery closed its doors in 1954. It still remains some of the most sought-after and collectible art pottery ever produced.
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