Catalina Vintage Plate

On April 12, 2012, in Pottery, by nancy

Catalina Island Pottery, Avalon, Ca  1927-1937 Bright turquoise blue glazing covers this vintage plate by Catalina.  The glossy finish has crazing. 11 1/4″ wide Great condition; signed Qty = 1 $75

Catalina Vintage Bowl

On December 24, 2011, in Pottery, by nancy

Catalina Island Pottery, Avalon, CA  1927-1937 Two-handled antique bowl from Catalina, made with white clay.  Their dinner ware is treasured by collectors and novices alike, for its great glaze colors and for the character and variety of the pieces.  This is both decorative and functional, so why not use this to enhance any dining experience. [...]

Catalina Ringed Vase

On December 9, 2011, in Pottery, by nancy

Catalina Island Pottery, Avalon, CA 1927-1937 Catalina pieces made with red clay were made until 1932, when the island clay was depleted.   This lovely matte green vase, made with red clay, has a band of rings around the middle section.  Chunky and sturdy, with uneven coverage of the glaze creating an interesting effect. 8 [...]

Antique Catalina Vase

On December 9, 2011, in Pottery, by nancy

Catalina Island Pottery, Avalon, CA  1927-1937 “Catalina is one of the most famous and much loved potteries in the United States”, according to Norman Karlson.  Here is a vintage, 2-handled vase with deep matte blue glaze on red clay.  We date this piece between 1927-1932; that is when the red clay was depleted and white [...]

Catalina Border Tile

On April 22, 2011, in California Tiles, by nancy

Catalina Pottery, Avalon, CA  1927-1937 This vintage, red clay, black line border tile is decorated with a graceful and bold Persian-inspired design.  
The strong black accents enliven the rich palette of mustard, umber and pearl-white.
  Made from the red clay found on the island, this tile dates between 1927-1932.
  After 1932, white clay was brought [...]