Elevate your collection with this exquisite mid-century fan vase by Gonder Ceramic Arts. A hallmark of Zanesville, Ohio pottery, this E-5 model features a striking Art Deco silhouette with sweeping acanthus leaf ribs and a dramatic scroll at the base. The exterior is finished in a shimmering Mother of Pearl iridescent glaze over a soft blue, while the interior surprises with a lovely contrasting pink.
Perfect for a mantel or sideboard, this piece embodies the "Vintage Soul, Curated Style" of the 1940s-50s era.
This authentic Gonder Ceramic Arts E-5 fan vase features a stunning Mother of Pearl iridescent blue glaze with a signature soft pink interior. Designed in the late 1940s in Zanesville, Ohio, its stylized acanthus leaf ribs and scroll base make it a standout piece of Mid-Century Art Deco design. Excellent vintage condition with no chips or cracks.
Keywords: Gonder Pottery, E-5 Vase, Art Deco Vase, Mid Century Modern, Zanesville Ohio, Iridescent Glaze, Cornucopia Vase, Vintage Home Decor, Collectible Pottery.
Gonder was a renowned pottery company based in Zanesville, Ohio, operating between 1941 and 1957. This particular design is often referred to as a "Fan Vase," "Cornucopia," or "Scroll Flat Wave" vase.
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Maker: Gonder Ceramic Arts (USA)
Model Number: E-5 (Look for "Gonder USA E-5" impressed on the bottom)
Era: late 1940s to early 1950s
Design Style: Art Deco / Mid-Century Modern. It features stylized, feather-like ribs (or acanthus leaves) that sweep upward from a heavy "volute" scroll base into a flared fan shape.
Glaze & Finish: The exterior features a beautiful iridescent Mother of Pearl (MOP) luster over a pale baby blue/gray base. The interior is finished in a contrasting soft blush pink, a color combination Gonder was famous for.
Base: It sits on a classic tiered square pedestal (plinth), which provides excellent stability for floral arrangements.
Dimensions: Approx. 7.25" High
Condition: No chips/cracks -excellent vintage condition