Vintage South African Studio Pottery Vase Signed Tienie | Mid-Century Modern Glaze & Sculptural Form

This striking vintage studio pottery vase is a sculptural gem, showcasing a bold mid-century modern silhouette with twin spouts and a deep central groove. The flowing glaze a fiery combination of oxblood red, ochre, and smoky brown cascades organically across the surface, creating a dramatic and painterly effect that highlights the skill behind its creation.

Signed Tienie on the base, the piece remains an intriguing mystery. While no direct connection to a known potter has been confirmed, the glaze work and form bear a strong resemblance to the mid-century output of South African studios such as Linnware. The quality of craftsmanship suggests a confident and practiced hand, likely shaped by the flourishing studio pottery movement of the mid-20th century.

Measuring approximately 8.5 cm wide, 6 cm deep, and 9 cm tall, this is a compact yet impactful piece ideal for collectors of South African ceramics or lovers of studio pottery with bold glazes and expressive forms. In excellent vintage condition with visible crazing and natural glaze irregularities, its a beautiful example of design meeting artistry.

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