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Set of 4 Calif USA C613 Shell Serving Dishes Vintage White
Viridian Eclection
$56.00
Era
Dishware
Material
See description
Condition
Excellent Vintage
Provenance
Documented
DimensionsW: 6 × H: 4 × D: 2
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Foam, crating & fragile handling
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The Piece Set of Four Calif USA C613 Shell Serving DishesCalifornia, Mid-Century A sculptural set of four white ceramic serving dishes in a stylized shell form, marked CALIF USA C613 on the undersi...
Condition
Excellent Vintage
Dimensions
W: 6 × H: 4 × D: 2
Era
Dishware
Availability
One of a Kind — 1 Available
The Piece
Set of Four Calif USA C613 Shell Serving Dishes
California, Mid-Century
A sculptural set of four white ceramic serving dishes in a stylized shell form, marked CALIF USA C613 on the underside.
Clean lines. Soft gloss glaze. Classic mid-century California pottery silhouette.
Primary Description
This set consists of four matching ceramic serving dishes produced in California, likely mid-20th century (circa 1940s–1960s).
Details that matter:
→ Molded shell / fan form
→ Gloss white glaze
→ Marked “CALIF USA C613”
→ Raised footed base
→ Stack beautifully
The sculpted ribbing radiates outward in a fan formation, giving the dishes a strong visual presence despite their minimalist color.
The underside marking indicates California production, part of the broader mid-century California pottery movement known for sculptural tableware and decorative serving pieces.
About California Pottery
From the 1930s through the 1960s, California was a major hub for ceramic production. Companies like Bauer, Vernon Kilns, Metlox, and numerous smaller studios produced functional but design-forward tableware.
California pottery characteristics often include:
→ Sculptural organic forms
→ Clean glazes (white, pastel, matte, or glossy)
→ Simple impressed base marks
→ Mid-century modern influence
For context:
California Historical Society – California Pottery Movement
https://californiahistoricalsociety.org
The Marks Project – Guide to American Ceramic Marks
https://www.themarksproject.org
While “Calif USA” pieces were sometimes produced by smaller regional makers rather than the major houses, they remain collectible within the broader California pottery category.
Product Details
Maker: Calif USA
Model: C613
Origin: California, United States
Era: Mid-Century (c. 1940s–1960s)
Material: Glazed ceramic
Color: White
Quantity: Set of 4
Condition
Very good vintage condition.
→ No cracks
→ No visible chips
→ Minor glaze irregularities consistent with age and firing
→ Light base wear
They present clean and cohesive as a set.
Why It Belongs in Your Home
Because white sculptural ceramics never go out of style.
Use them for:
→ Nuts, olives, or small sides
→ Jewelry catchalls
→ Soap dishes
→ Layered shelf styling
Stacked, they read architectural.
Separated, they read curated.
They’re subtle but not boring — which is harder to pull off than people think.
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.
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