 Red stoneware, unglazed with a texturedsurface. Cone 10 vitrified, and will holdwater.&nbsp;<div> This has been researched through the USand Canadian Studio Pottery IdentificationGroups, but there was no definitivedecision as to who this potter is.&nbsp;</div><div> Has a Mid Century Modern feel to thedesign. Interesting Chop mark in the shape of aman.&nbsp;</div><div> In excellent condition, no chips, cracks,or breaks&nbsp;</div><div> 7.5" x &nbsp;5.25" x &nbsp;5.25"                </div><br>Condition:  In excellent condition, no chips, cracks, or breaks <br>Measurements: 7.5&#34; x  5.25&#34; x  5.25&#34;<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Hand Thrown Amphora - Interesting Texture 

 Scalloped handles which are classic forearly Le Creuset ware.&nbsp;<div> This is a cast iron enamel #36 size.&nbsp;</div><div> Made in France, and vintage from 1960'sthrough the 1970's, as the interior's werechanged to white enamel after these dates.&nbsp;</div><div> The bottom has the Le Creust on thebottom, but is difficult to read as theenamel has filled it in. As well there is adiamond design with the number 36.&nbsp;</div><div> In exceptional condition with no chipson the outside surface. Minor staining inthe interior. There are a couple chips onthe edge to be expected after 50 years ofuse! Note images.&nbsp;</div><div> 2" x 15.75" x 10"                </div><br>Condition:  In exceptional condition with no chips on the outside surface. Minor staining in the interior. There are a couple chips on the edge to be expected after 50 years of use! Note images. <br>Measurements: 2&#34; x 15.75&#34; x 10&#34;<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Vintage Le Creuset Enamelled Cast Iron Oval Baking Dish 

 Swirled with shades of orange, amber,gold, yellow, white and reds, and a curlystem.&nbsp;<div> This is a blown piece of glass made upfrom n]many individual glass canes thathave fused and twisted together, thenblown into mold shape, with the twistystem added last.&nbsp;</div><div> There is no signature on this piece, butthe skill involved, and the "doublelobbing" of the design suggests made inthe US, possibly Seattle Glass Works, notChina.&nbsp;</div><div> In excellent condition, no breaks orcracks, or chips.</div><div>&nbsp; 4.75"X4.5"X 4.5"&nbsp;</div><div> Weight: (550 grams) or (1 lb. 3 3/8 oz.)                </div><br>Condition:  In excellent condition, no breaks or cracks, or chips.<br>Measurements: 4.75&#34; X 4.5&#34; X 4.5&#34;<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Blown Glass Pumpkin w/ Curly Stem 

 A four-panel Japanese Byobu foldingscreen depicting a nature scene with acherry tree in blossom. A pheasantperched on a rock cliff with mimosa leavesabove its head.&nbsp;<div> The background design are squares oftextured gold coloured paper.&nbsp;</div><div> The subtle rich colours, and handpainted detail on the tree and cliff makethis an attractive and special work.&nbsp;</div><div> The entire scene is bordered with afinely woven material, and then the blackwooden border, frame this piece.&nbsp;</div><div> The corners and ends have bronzecolored metal protectors. Date of Manufacture: 1970-1980.&nbsp;</div><div> In excellent condition, no chips, splits,or breaks. The back of the screen ha somepaper loss due to adhesive attachment.&nbsp;</div><div> Each panel: 5.75"x 13.25" Entire Screen: 13.25" x 23.75"                </div><br>Condition: In excellent condition, no chips, splits, or breaks. The back of the screen ha some paper loss due to adhesive attachment. <br>Measurements: See description<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Four-Panel Folding Byobu Showa lapanese Screen 

 This hand turned spalted and burl Maplebox with an added pewter top was madeby a local Victorian, by John Forish.&nbsp;<div> His wood working shop is called CastleRiver Woodwork.&nbsp;</div><div> The wood shows off the the variousknots, twists, and "holes" of the maple.&nbsp;</div><div> The pewter top section has ahummingbird in flight towards a bloomingmorning glory flower.&nbsp;</div><div> In excellent condition, no chips, breaks,or, cracks.&nbsp;</div><div>Wood only: 2.25" x 5.75" x 5.75"Total w/ Pewter: 4", x 5.75"x 5.75"                </div>                <br>Condition: In excellent condition, no chips, breaks, or, cracks. <br>Measurements: See description<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Burl Wood Container by John Forish 

 Hand made Korean mother of pearl andsea shell Inlaid jewelry music box.&nbsp;<div> Glossy protective lacquer finish onmulberry paper Asian style craft.&nbsp;</div><div> Vanity mirror inside, snap clasp andhinges. Hand wound plays the traditionalsong Arriang&nbsp;</div><div> The red colour peacock design is asymbol for integrity and beauty.&nbsp;</div><div> In excellent condition, no cracks, chipsor breaks.&nbsp;</div><div> 3 1/8" &nbsp;x &nbsp;5.75" &nbsp;x &nbsp;4"                </div><br>Condition:  In excellent condition, no cracks, chips or breaks. <br>Measurements: 3 1/8&#34;  x  5.75&#34;  x  4&#34;<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Mother of Pearl Jewelry Music Ring Box 

 These are hand blown in Thailand, andwere sold through Peer One Imports in theearly 2000's.&nbsp;<div> The design was developed in London bythe The London Firm Designers Guild, andproduced in Thailand by the GuildFireworks Art Glass Company.&nbsp;</div><div> These have been discontinued, and aredifficult to find replacements. Each glass can hold 18 oz. of liquid.&nbsp;</div><div> In excellent condition, no breaks orcracks, or chips.&nbsp;</div><div> Because they are individually blown,they vary in weight.&nbsp;</div><div> 9"X &nbsp;3.5"x &nbsp;3.5"&nbsp;</div><div> Weight:(400 to 464 gm) - (14 5/8 to 1 lb. 3/8 oz.)                </div><br>Condition: In excellent condition, no breaks or cracks, or chips. <br>Measurements: 9&#34; X  3.5&#34; x  3.5&#34; <br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

3 Confetti Art Glass Tumblers 

 The Gordon Ramsay by Royal Doultonsaut pan has tri-ply cookware designed tothe highest specifications, a technologywhich assures even heat distribution.&nbsp;<div> The stainless steel handles have a perfectelevation that adds elegance but also takesthe hand away from the heat, providingcomfort &amp; solid grip.&nbsp;</div><div> Likewise the lid and side handles havebeen designed for solid grip and safe use.&nbsp;</div><div> In excellent condition. Barely used,extremely little wear, almost new.&nbsp;</div><div> The saut pan is very heavy.&nbsp;</div><div> Handle to front holder: 22'&nbsp;</div><div> Saut pot alone: 3.25" x 11" x 11"                </div><br>Condition:  In excellent condition. Barely used, extremely little wear, almost new. <br>Measurements: See description<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Gordon Ramsay - Royal Doulton Stainless- steel 3-quart Sauté Pan With Lid 

 Egg Cup: Made from burled cedar root.The wood turner used a variety of differentmethods for drying to ensure the woodwould not split. This is hand-crafted andshows the unique beauty of the wood. Inexcellent condition, no chips, cracks, orbreaks.(3.25" x 2" x 2")&nbsp;<div> Wooden Egg: This wooden egg isindividually turned and sanded. I believethis one has been hand oiled to a beautifulsmooth and silky finish, then handpolished. The wood is heavy, so a hardwood, but I'm not sure which wood it is.The grain is subtle, and fine. In excellentcondition, no chips, cracks, or breaks.(2.25"x 1 7/8" x 1 7/8")                </div><br>Condition: see description<br>Measurements: see description<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Burl Cedar Egg Cup &#38; Wood Turned Egg 

 Pat Bay Pottery is in North Saanich, BC.,and Diana works with her husband John intheir studio. They have been potting forover 30 plus years.&nbsp;<div> This is a finely thrown narrow bud vasewith a matte glaze.&nbsp;</div><div> Cream stoneware with iron deposits,cone 10 gas fired. It has a matt glaze ofcobalt and cream, and the vase tapers to asmall balanced foot.&nbsp;</div><div> In excellent condition, no chips, cracks,or breaks.&nbsp;</div><div> 5" x &nbsp;5.25" &nbsp;x &nbsp;1.25"                </div><br>Condition:  In excellent condition, no chips, cracks, or breaks.<br>Measurements:  5&#34; x  5.25&#34;  x  1.25&#34;<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Bud Vase Diana Anderson - Pat Bay Pottery 

 IMAIZUMI, Imaemon XII (1897 - 1975).&nbsp;<div> Imaemon Imaizumi XII was the head ofthe Nabeshima Ceramic Dynasty.&nbsp;</div><div> Each dish has the underglaze blue withhis signature, done by hand.&nbsp;</div><div> Iro-Nabeshima technique differs frommost Japanese porcelain, with the outlinesof the pattern done in underglaze bluebefore the overglaze is enamelled finaldecoration.&nbsp;</div><div> This techniques dates back to the Edoperiod mid-17th century, and is stillpreserved at Imaemon Kiln. which hasbeen designated as an Important IntangibleCultural Property of Japan.&nbsp;</div><div> Each porcelain dish has been handpainted, and there are slight variations inthe shape or placement of the leaf, or theamount of enamel used to for shading anddepth of colour.&nbsp;</div><div> Produced between 1960 and 1975.&nbsp;</div><div> All in excellent condition, no chips,cracks, or breaks.&nbsp;</div><div> Each Dish: 1.5" x 9" x 4.5"                </div><br>Condition: All in excellent condition, no chips, cracks, or breaks. <br>Measurements:  Each Dish: 1.5&#34; x 9&#34; x 4.5&#34;<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

5 Scolloped Side Plate by Imaemon Imaizumi XII 

&nbsp; Tapered, tulip shaped Marquis byWaterford glass vase.&nbsp;<div> Designed by Waterford, hand blown andformed in Germany.&nbsp;</div><div> The "Marquis Waterford" is etched intothe bottom of the base.&nbsp;</div><div> This piece has four curved lobs taperingdown to a square base.&nbsp;</div><div> In excellent condition, no breaks orcracks, or chips. The base has some wearcommensurate with age.&nbsp;</div><div> 10" x &nbsp;43/8" x &nbsp;4 3/8"&nbsp;</div><div> Weight:(1 kg. 432 grams) or (3 lb. 2.5 oz.)                </div><br>Condition: In excellent condition, no breaks or cracks, or chips. The base has some wear commensurate with age. <br>Measurements: 10&#34; x  43/8&#34; x  4 3/8&#34; <br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Marquis by Waterford Canterbury 10&#34;

 Fulvio Bianconi was born in 1915, anddied in 1996.&nbsp;<div> Website:<a target="_blank" href="https://www.fulviobianconi.com/bio.php&nbsp">https://www.fulviobianconi.com/bio.php&nbsp</a>;</div><div> This vase was designed in Venini in the1970's, and produced through the 1980's.&nbsp;</div><div> An Italian hand blown filo girato glassvase, attributed to Fulvio Bianconi. Thispiece is not signed, and may be aproduction piece from his glass works.&nbsp;</div><div> The teal coloured ground of a taperedform with applied teal glass thread. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;In excellent condition, no chips, cracks, or breaks.</div><div> 13.75" x &nbsp;5" x &nbsp;5"&nbsp;</div><div> Weight:1 kg. 920 grams or 4 lb. 3.75 oz.                </div><br>Condition: In excellent condition, no chips, cracks, or breaks.<br>Measurements:  13.75&#34; x  5&#34; x  5&#34; <br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Teal Threaded Vase - Attributed to Fulvio Bianconi 

 This was made by the Libbey GlassCompany, and the pattern is named "LaFemme"&nbsp;<div> It features three embossed dancingnude females, in different positions.&nbsp;</div><div> This is the taller size, and holds 16oz. of fluid.&nbsp;</div><div> This Mid Century Modern glass iscirca 1960's, and the pattern wasdiscontinued in the 1970's.&nbsp;</div><div> In excellent condition with no chips,or breaks.&nbsp;</div><div> 8.75"x 2.5" x 2.5"                </div>                <br>Condition:  In excellent condition with no chips, or breaks. <br>Measurements: 8.75&#34; x 2.5&#34; x 2.5&#34;<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

MCM Libbey &#34;La Femme&#34; Women Dancing 

 "DERUTA" is a style of pottery producedin Italy and France, and is also known asmajolica ware.<div>&nbsp; Majolica is a tin based glaze put over anearthenware clay. This example usescobalt oxide to decorate the piece.&nbsp;</div><div> This is a hand thrown, and moldedpiece, and has been hand painted. Thisplate/plaque is hand signed on the reverse.&nbsp;</div><div> The design on this piece is based on theRenaissance artist Raphael, who wasthought to have painted a benevolent seagod meant to protect seafaring merchantson their journeys.&nbsp;</div><div> In excellent condition, no chips, cracks,or breaks. Made 20th century.&nbsp;</div><div> 1.5" &nbsp;x &nbsp;8"X &nbsp;9"                </div>                <br>Condition: In excellent condition, no chips, cracks, or breaks. Made 20th century. <br>Measurements: 1.5&#34;  x  8&#34; X  9&#34;<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Italian &#34;Deruta&#34; Majolica Blue &#38; White Scalloped Faience Wall Plate 

 Tapio Wirkkala (1915-1985) rose toworld fame in the early 1950s followingthe breakthrough of Finnish industrialdesign at the triennial fairs of 1951 and1954 in Milan.&nbsp;<div> Wirkkala was an exceptionally versatileartist who was not held back in any designproject by challenges of scale, materials orconventions.&nbsp;</div><div> Website:<a target="_blank" href="https://finland.fi/arts-culture/tapio-wirkkala/&nbsp">https://finland.fi/arts-culture/tapio-wirkkala/&nbsp</a>;</div><div> This pitcher is from the Pallas Series, andwas produced between 1984 - 1995.&nbsp;</div><div> In excellent condition, no chips, cracks,or breaks, but one small "bruise"". noteimages.&nbsp;</div><div> 7.75" x &nbsp;6.25" x &nbsp;4.5"</div><div>&nbsp; Weight: 1 kg. 144 g. or 2 lb. 8.25 oz.                </div><br>Condition:  In excellent condition, no chips, cracks, or breaks, but one small &#34;bruise&#34; &#34;. note images.<br>Measurements: 7.75&#34; x  6.25&#34; x  4.5&#34;<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Vintage littala Pallas Pitcher Designed by Tapio Wirkkala 

 After 30 years of turning wood at"Heartland Studios" in Duncan, B.C. Kenclosed his doors in 2023.&nbsp;<div> The wood Ken uses is salvaged fromaround the Cowichan Valley on VancouverIsland. In the interest of conservation, heuses mostly trees that have been downedby the wind or felled for safety reasons.&nbsp;</div><div> This piece is unusual, because it is madefrom willow tree wood. He mostly usedhard woods like maple, fruit wood, andarbutus, or cedar, or spruce.&nbsp;</div><div> Signed by Ken on the base.&nbsp;</div><div> In excellent condition, no chips, splits,or breaks.&nbsp;</div><div> 3.5" &nbsp;x &nbsp;11 3/8" &nbsp;x &nbsp;11 3/8"                </div>                <br>Condition: In excellent condition, no chips, splits, or breaks.<br>Measurements: 3.5&#34;  x  11 3/8&#34;  x  11 3/8&#34;<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Ken Broadland LARGE Turned Willow Wood Bowl 

 Can be used to saut, steam, or fry up avariety of dishes.&nbsp;<div> 2 quart capacity Mirrored stainless steel.&nbsp;</div><div> Triply encapsulated base of pot foruniform heating avoids hot spots. Features Commercial Capsule basetechnology.&nbsp;</div><div> Riveted stainless steel formed handlewith hollow core so minimal heat transfer.&nbsp;</div><div> Satin/mirror polish exterior finish.&nbsp;</div><div> Sauce Pan: 1.75"x 8.5" x 8.5"&nbsp;</div><div> Handle length: 8"                </div><br>Condition: See description<br>Measurements: See description<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Lagostina Frying Pan or Sauce Pan 

 A vintage sauce pan by Lagostina Italy,makers of high quality cookware.&nbsp;<div> It has a stainless steel handle and a"Thermoplan" ply bottom.&nbsp;</div><div> Heavy gauge 18/10 stainless steel body.&nbsp;</div><div> While normally used for the top burnersof the stove, this saucepan can also beused in the oven as a casserole vessel, andcan go up 500 degrees, as it has a stainlesssteel lid.&nbsp;</div><div> There are some scratches on the surface,but no dents, or breaks.&nbsp;</div><div> Pot only: 3.5" x 6.5" 6.5"&nbsp;</div><div> Handle length:6.25"                </div><br>Condition: See description<br>Measurements: See description<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Langostina Vienna 16 cm Sauce Pan with Lid 

 Ken Skye (1945-1999) was a respectedartist from the Six Nations orHaudenosaunee, member of the TurtleClan, in Qubec, Canada.&nbsp;<div> The cornhusk dolls, or Kania-ton-ni, asmade by" The People of the Longhouse"had a body which was fashioned ofcornhusks. These dolls date back beforecolonization.&nbsp;</div><div> The dolls have no faces, because, thepower of the Creator give the doll a spirit,and the spirit might become vengeful.&nbsp;</div><div> The body of the doll is made fromcornhusks, with wrappings of yarn. Thereare leather moccasins and leather wrapwith beads. The hoops are will with dyedchicken feathers, and is placed on cutcedar log.&nbsp;</div><div> The artist has signed the piece on thebase.&nbsp;</div><div> In excellent condition, no chips, cracks,or breaks, but some feather loss.&nbsp;</div><div> 7.5" &nbsp;x &nbsp;4" &nbsp;x &nbsp;2"                </div><br>Condition: In excellent condition, no chips, cracks, or breaks, but some feather loss. <br>Measurements: 7.5&#34;  x  4&#34;  x  2&#34;<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Corn Husk Doll by Ken Skye Six Nations 

 Four different colored tropical Tiki PartyMugs. (Red, Lime Green, Verdean Green,and Turquoise.Condition:&nbsp;<div> Turquoise"Lucky Tiki" No cracks orbreaks, but a small chip on base.&nbsp;</div><div> Red or "Love Tiki" No cracks or breaks,but 2 small chip on face.&nbsp;</div><div> Verdean Green"Money Tiki" Excellentcondition, no cracks or breaks, or chip.&nbsp;</div><div> Lime Green "Hope Tiki" No cracks orbreaks, but a small chips on base.&nbsp;</div><div> 7" x 2.5" x 2.5"                </div><br>Condition: See description for condition.<br>Measurements:  7&#34; x 2.5&#34; x 2.5&#34;<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Four Tropical Tiki Party Glasses 

 Can be used to saut, steam, or fryup a variety of dishes.&nbsp;<div> 2 quart capacity Mirrored stainlesssteel.&nbsp;</div><div> Triply encapsulated base of pot foruniform heating avoids hot spots.&nbsp;</div><div> Features Commercial Capsule basetechnology. Heavy-gauge 18/10stainless steel lids.&nbsp;</div><div> Riveted stainless steel cast handleswith silicone grips are comfortable withminimal heat transfer.Satin/mirror polish exterior finish.&nbsp;</div><div> Sauce Pan: 3.5" x 7.75" x 7.75"&nbsp;</div><div> Handle length: 7.5"                </div><br>Condition: See description<br>Measurements: See description<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Lagostina Merano Sauce Pan 

 This piece was made by "German GlasWerks" based out of Manteca, California.&nbsp;<div> German Glas Werks has been opensince 1985. They closed their store in2023, and now only sell on line.&nbsp;</div><div> This kaleidoscope was made pre 2000,and uses 3 sheets of "slang green/turquoise" glass for the sides, and a 3toned cat's eye marble for the focus point.&nbsp;</div><div> In excellent condition, no chips, breaks,or, lead loss.&nbsp;</div><div> 6" x 1.5" x 1.5"                </div>                <br>Condition:  In excellent condition, no chips, breaks, or, lead loss.<br>Measurements: 6&#34; x 1.5&#34; x 1.5&#34;<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Vintage Stained Leaded Glass Kaleidoscope 

 Her work can be found at the PacificRim Potters exhibitions in Victoria.&nbsp;<div> Heron and water rushes with a fullmoon in the distance.&nbsp;</div><div> Designed in blue and white on a creamcolored stoneware clay. All is designedand painted by hand.&nbsp;</div><div> A matt glaze is used, and fired to cone 6in an electric kiln.&nbsp;</div><div> Artisan signed with an impressed markof "Tanglewood Pottery".&nbsp;</div><div> In excellent condition with no chips,or breaks.&nbsp;</div><div> 1.5" x &nbsp;6.5" x &nbsp;6.5"                </div><br>Condition:  In excellent condition with no chips, or breaks. <br>Measurements: 1.5&#34; x  6.5&#34; x  6.5&#34;<br>Pickup category timeslot {A}

Linda Vigliotti Tanglewood Pottery Square Serving Dish 

Victoria (British Columbia, Canada) SELLER MANAGED Reseller Online Auction - Balfour Avenue

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Clear glass pitcher from the Pallas series by Tapio Wirkkala, produced between 1984 and 1995. Measures 7.75 inches tall, 6.25 inches wide, and 4.5 inches deep with a weight of approximately 1.144 kg. No chips, cracks, or breaks; minor bruise noted.

Clear glass Pallas pitcher with vertical ribbing and textured midsection

Front angle of clear glass Pallas pitcher showing handle, spout and textured midsection

Side angle of pitcher highlighting vertical ribbed pattern and clear transparent glass

View of pitcher from behind showing handle and ribbed design

Transparent clear glass pitcher featuring vertical ribbed design with a textured, rugged middle band around the lower half. Large handle and angled spout for pouring. The pitcher has a solid, hefty base and a modernist style reflective of Tapio Wirkkala's industrial design aesthetics.

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Lot #137: Vintage littala Pallas Pitcher Designed by Tapio Wirkkala

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Lot #137: Vintage littala Pallas Pitcher Designed by Tapio Wirkkala

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