Item Report
Mid-Century Ceramic Lady Head Vase
By: Unknown (various American and Japanese makers)
Style: Mid-Century Decorative Ceramics
Origin: United States
Materials: Glazed ceramic, synthetic flowers, costume jewelry accents
Age: Circa 1950s–1960s
Condition: Very Good (minor wear, original paint and faux floral intact, not officially graded)
Value: $30–$75 (auction estimate, depending on maker and condition)
Maker's Marks / Writing: No visible maker’s mark or writing from provided image.
Date: 2025-06-12 23:04:35.403550
Description:
This is a mid-20th century ceramic lady head vase featuring a fashionable woman with closed eyes, wearing a green dress, pearl necklace, and a stylish hat adorned with artificial poinsettia flowers. These vases were popular collectibles in the 1950s and 1960s in the United States, often used by florists for small bouquets or as decorative vanity pieces. The subject's hand is raised gracefully, which is a classic motif. The facial features are hand-painted, and costume jewelry accents are applied.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
A charming example of a mid-century lady head vase, which remains a popular collectible for vintage ceramic enthusiasts. Good original condition and appealing design; value can rise if maker is identified or if in mint condition.
Individual Images:
- Only one image provided
- but the photo clearly shows the vase’s detailing—especially the faux pearl bracelet and necklace
- hand-painted features
- and intact applied flowers. No major chips or cracks visible on front.
Provenance:
No provenance documentation supplied.
Condition:
Very Good (minor wear, original paint and faux floral intact, not officially graded)
Identification Score: 98%
The distinctive appearance, style, and materials clearly indicate this is a mid-century lady head vase, a well-known and widely collected decorative object.
Authenticity Score: 92%
Typical materials and hand-painted details suggest period authenticity—no obvious signs this is a recent reproduction, though maker’s mark (if present) would confirm.
Image Memory Note
This is a vintage lady head vase with closed eyes, green hat, and red faux poinsettia on top. Hand accents and pearl jewelry are important for identification.
Keywords
lady head vase, mid-century, ceramic figural vase, 1950s, vintage collectible, United States
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