Preliminary identification
Photo reference
1 uploaded photo
Overview
A charming example of Mid-Century American art pottery, this bud vase features a stylized peacock with a flowing, integrated vessel at its base. The piece is finished in a high-gloss drip glaze characteristic of the post-war era's move toward vibrant, decorative home accents.
Story
Post-war American families flocked to these whimsical designs to brighten their new suburban homes. This peacock wasn't just a vase; it was a symbol of prosperity and exotic beauty in a rapidly modernizing world.
Maker / Origin
Founded in 1905, Hull Pottery became a titan of the industry, surviving a devastating flood and fire in 1950. They are most famous for their 'Little Red Riding Hood' line and their soft, matte pastel floral wares that defined the 1940s American aesthetic.
Condition & Value
The glaze appears bright with no visible 'crazing' (fine cracks) in the photo. Any small chips on the delicate crest or beak would significantly lower the value. Excellent condition maintains the higher end of the range.
Full Research
Sold comps, value drivers, and venue guidance pulled from recent auction results.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.