Vase 1901

This 1901 vase, "Vase", is a quintessential example of the Arts and Crafts movement in American ceramics, produced by the Van Briggle Pottery Company. The piece features a distinctive, organic form, resembling a draped fabric, with a rich green glaze and intricate details. This artistic style, popular in the early 20th century, emphasized handcrafted techniques and natural forms, reflecting a rejection of mass-produced industrial goods. The vase, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, exemplifies the movement's aesthetic ideals and the craftsmanship of the Van Briggle Pottery Company.