Rare Polia Pillin Miniature Collection

On November 28, 2012, in Pottery, by nancy

Polia Pillin Art Pottery, Los Angeles, CA  1948-1992 Just in!   We are very excited to have acquired this collection of miniature Polia Pillin vases and pendants.   In all the years we’ve been in business, we’ve only had 1 or 2 miniatures.   All the vases have birds; and the yellow/white vase has a [...]

Polia & William Pillin History & Photos

On November 21, 2012, in Pottery, by nancy

Pillin Art Pottery, Los Angeles, CA  1948-1992 The ceramics produced by Polia Pillin continue to gain increasing interest from mid century modern art pottery collectors. In the years since Polia’s death in 1992, her art pottery has appreciated significantly in value. Pillin’s work is often decorated with abstract figures of women, birds, trees, fish, horses, [...]

Polia Pillin Pendant

On November 21, 2012, in Miscellaneous Items, Pottery, by nancy

Polia Pillin Art Pottery, Los Angeles, CA  1948-1992 This is a very sweet pendant by the very talented artist Polia Pillin.  Four birds are gathered at the base of a tree and there are many soft glaze colors.   This has a smooth surface with a glossy finish. 3  3/4″ tall x 1  3/4″ wide [...]

Polia Pillin Tall Vase

On April 12, 2012, in Pottery, by nancy

Polia Pillin Art Pottery, Los Angeles, CA   1948-1992 Collectors of Polia Pillin will appreciate this very large decorated vase with its deep glaze colors and female figures.  Delicate birds in branches complete the scene.  In the years since her death in 1992, her work has become more sought after. 14 1/2″ tall x 5″ [...]

Polia Pillin Triangular Tray

On April 12, 2012, in Miscellaneous Items, Pottery, by nancy

Polia Pillin Art Pottery, Los Angeles, CA   1948-1992 This spectacular large tray has a triangular shape and a wonderful scene painted by Polia Pillin.    It has rich, jewel-like glaze colors enhancing the delicate figures.  A female musician is seated next to a whimsical animal while the other female figure looks on.  The old [...]

Polia Pillin Miniature Cup

On December 30, 2011, in Pottery, by nancy

Polia Pillin Art Pottery, Los Angeles, CA  1948-1992 Before establishing her pottery studio in LA, Polia Pillin took painting and sculpting classes in Chicago.  Aside from a brief pottery class, she is mainly a self-taught ceramist. This miniature cup is very delicate and is decorated with dainty little birds.  Dark glazes blend together nicely, the [...]