One of a Kind — 1 Available
Chris Petersen Signed Studio Pottery Vase, c. Late 20th Century, c 1970s
Viridian Eclection
$220.00
Save $33.00
Appraised value $253.00
Era
Vase
Material
See description
Condition
Excellent Vintage
Provenance
Documented
Professional Packing
Foam, crating & fragile handling
Condition Guaranteed
Documented & photographed
Private Viewings
Reno, NV & free white-glove within 100 mi
Antique Shipping Policy
All antique and vintage items are sold as described. We professionally pack every piece with museum-grade foam, layered boxing, and fragile handling instruction labels. Once in carrier hands, liability transfers to the carrier. Shipping damage claims must be filed with the carrier directly. All sales are final. Questions about a piece before purchasing?
The Piece A richly expressive signed studio pottery vase by Chris Petersen, crafted with a rounded body, flared mouth, and warm abstract glaze in ochre, rust, amber, cream, and deep umber. The surf...
Condition
Excellent Vintage
Dimensions
Era
Vase
Availability
One of a Kind — 1 Available
The Piece
A richly expressive signed studio pottery vase by Chris Petersen, crafted with a rounded body, flared mouth, and warm abstract glaze in ochre, rust, amber, cream, and deep umber.
The surface has a painterly, almost landscape-like quality, with sweeping glaze movement that feels organic, atmospheric, and beautifully alive. Its rounded form gives the piece weight and warmth, while the flared rim adds a sculptural silhouette that catches light from every angle.
This is a vase with presence. It does not need flowers to feel complete, though dried stems, branches, or a single dramatic arrangement would make it even stronger.
History
Studio pottery is defined by the hand of the maker: the thrown form, the glaze movement, the surface variation, and the quiet irregularities that make each piece singular.
This vase is signed Chris Petersen on the base and reflects the expressive spirit of late 20th-century studio ceramics, when many ceramic artists embraced earth-toned glazes, natural forms, and painterly surfaces. The result is a piece that feels grounded, tactile, and deeply collected.
Product Details
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Studio pottery vase |
| Artist | Chris Petersen |
| Period | c. late 20th century |
| Material | Glazed ceramic / stoneware |
| Color | Ochre, rust, amber, cream, brown, and deep umber |
| Form | Rounded body with flared rim and raised foot |
| Markings | Signed Chris Petersen on base |
| Condition | Vintage condition with visible rim wear, glaze variation, foot wear, and handmade character |
| Best Use | Decorative vase, shelf styling, console accent, mantel display, collected studio pottery |
Why It Belongs In Your Home
This piece brings warmth, depth, and texture into a room instantly. The glaze reads like an abstract landscape, with earthy color movement that feels both natural and intentional.
Style it on a console, bookshelf, writing desk, mantel, or side table. It pairs beautifully with antique wood, brass, leather-bound books, linen, stone, and collected ceramics. Left empty, it works as a sculptural object. With dried branches or stems, it becomes even more striking.
A soulful signed studio pottery vase with rich color, visible handwork, and the one-of-one presence that makes a room feel truly collected.
Only one available.
Every piece is packed with professional-grade materials: multiple foam layers, double-boxing, directional and fragile handling labels. For large furniture we use custom timber crating. We photograph packing before dispatch and can provide images on request.
White-glove delivery is complimentary within 100 miles of Reno, NV. National shipping quotes provided at checkout. All shipments are photographed and documented. Damage claims must be filed with the carrier; we provide all documentation needed to support your claim.
Local pickup is available at Viridian HQ (Reno, NV) with 2–4 days notice. Contact us to arrange. Private viewings also available.
All antique and vintage items are sold as described and all sales are final. Each listing includes detailed condition notes and photographs so you can make a fully informed decision. We encourage buyers to ask questions — about condition, dimensions, finish, provenance — before purchasing.
Antiques are irreplaceable and one-of-a-kind. Carrier handling is outside our control once a piece has left our facility, and major carriers including FedEx do not insure antiques. We do everything within our power to ensure safe transit, but cannot accept liability for carrier damage. If damage occurs in transit, we will provide full documentation to support your carrier claim.
Have a question? — we're happy to provide additional photos, condition detail, or discuss the piece directly.
Antique
Verified Era
Authenticated period piece
8
Photo8
Full condition documentation & detail shots
Excellent
Condition
Professionally assessed & photographed
1 of 1
Available
One of a kind — this exact piece, never restocked
All Sales
Final
Questions before buying?
