Galloway Vintage Vase

On January 14, 2012, in Pottery, by nancy

Galloway, Philadelphia, PA  1889-1930 This elegant vase has a classic, simple Asian Arts & Crafts form with a beautiful low-relief plant motif on two sides. The relief and edges are highlighted in a gold glaze which looks gorgeous against the turquoise-green.  Galloway was known for their special glazes – look closely at this example and [...]

Galloway Turquoise Urn

On March 30, 2011, in Garden Ware, Pottery, by nancy

Galloway Terra Cotta Company, Philadelphia, PA  1889-1930 Beautiful large urn from Galloway, who many consider to be the East Coast equivalent of Los Angeles’s Gladding McBean.  Deep glossy turquoise blends nicely with the lighter glazing.  This wonderful piece would be an asset to any environment. 11″ x 14″ tall Great condition; has glaze skip from [...]

Galloway Urn

On March 24, 2011, in Garden Ware, by nancy

Galloway Terra Cotta Co., Philadelphia, PA  188901930 This wonderful vintage urn has a hand-made feel with fantastic variegated glazing.  The shiny shades of green seem to drip over each other and there is cobalt peeking through in some areas.  There are two applied flowers and two applied handles; plus a band around the bottom.   [...]