Marlis Schratter Mid-Century Stoneware Vase with Impressed Pattern shell-covered On the bottom of the

On the bottom of the backside

weighty presence

This is one of my very favorite bud vases ever

I’ve learned that in the late 19th and early 20th century women especially were encouraged to learn pyrography

Great condition for their age

Marlis Schratter Mid-Century Stoneware Vase with Impressed Pattern shell-covered On the bottom of theWhile I didn't know it when I bought it though I was pretty sure it was something special I've learned that this gorgeous, hand thrown stoneware vase is by well known ceramic artist Marlis Schratter. I believe it dates to the late 60s or earlyish 1970s, and is to my eye a pretty perfect vessel earthy and also really elegant, visceral and substantial, with great lines and interesting from all the way around. Many of her pieces feature impressed