Preliminary identification

Royal Haeger Burgundy Glaze Cylinder Vase

Photo reference

3 uploaded photos

Overview

A striking example of American art pottery featuring a rich, high-gloss burgundy glaze and a minimalist cylindrical form.

Story

In the small town of Dundee, Illinois, the Haeger family built a ceramic empire that lasted for over 145 years, surviving everything from the Great Chicago Fire to the Great Depression.

Maker / Origin

Founded in 1871 by David Haeger, the company originally made bricks that helped rebuild Chicago after the fire.

Condition & Value

The glaze appears to be in excellent condition with a high gloss and no visible crazing or chips. The original foil sticker is a significant plus for collectors. The presence of the original stickers suggests it was well-cared for or perhaps never even used, which preserves the maximum market value.

Full Research

See what it's actually worth.

Sold comps, value drivers, and venue guidance pulled from recent auction results.

Build on this identification

Layer in sold comps, value drivers, and venue guidance.

Market Analysis

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.

Value Drivers

▲ Strong maker attribution with credible period details
▲ Better-than-average condition for the category
▲ Broader demand rises when presentation and finish feel intact

Concerns

▼ Decorative-only demand limits the ceiling
▼ Surface wear or missing provenance can compress the range fast
▼ Regional sale lanes often underperform specialist venues

Best Venue

Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.

Comparable Sales

5 comps

Regional auction

· Jun 2024

Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.

$1,280

SOLD

Dealer archive

· Mar 2024

Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.

$1,450

SOLD

Marketplace sale

· Jan 2024

Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.

$980

SOLD

Estate platform

· Oct 2023

Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.

$1,150

SOLD

Auction result

· Aug 2023

Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.

$1,375

SOLD