Candlestick 1893 - 1923

"Candlestick," a ceramic vase by William J. Walley, is a prime example of the Arts and Crafts movement. Created between 1893 and 1923, the vase features a unique, organic shape and stylized floral motifs. The textured green glaze, with its subtle brown accents, adds to the piece's handcrafted quality. Currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the vase exemplifies Walley's mastery of pottery and his connection to the aesthetic principles of the Arts and Crafts movement.