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Hans Sumpf Hand Built Terracotta Crème Pot, circa 1970
Located in Culver City, CA
The shape, texture and color of this hand built terracotta crème pot gives it a beautiful presence
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1970s American Retro Terracotta Pots

Hans Sumpf Hand Built Terracotta Cream Pot, circa 1970
Located in Culver City, CA
"Cream pot" refers to the color of the vessel, the light shade off-white tone along with the
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1970s American Retro Terracotta Pots

Indian Terracota Pot
Located in BORDEAUX, FR
These indian terracota pot was used to stock grain in the désert of Rajasthan. Its size and white
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1960s Indian Retro Terracotta Pots

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Terracotta

Indian Terracota Pots from Rajasthan
Located in BORDEAUX, FR
These terracota pot was used to stock grain in Rajasthan. Its patina is original. It can stay
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1960s Indian Retro Terracotta Pots

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Terracotta

Hand Painted Clay Pot, circa 1990s
Located in Jupiter, FL
Beautifully hand painted. Heavy in weight and aged with grace, has minor scraping that were well with its patina and a few stain from wax candle drips and again aged with grace, phot...
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Late 20th Century Argentine Other Retro Terracotta Pots

Materials

Terracotta

Citrine Glazed Terra Cotta Pedestal Style Planter Pot
Located in Ferndale, MI
Thick terra cotta pedestal planter pot or bowl in glossy citrine yellow. Rim varies in height and
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Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Retro Terracotta Pots

Materials

Terracotta

Massive Pair Impruneta Pots, Italy, Lemon Trees, 46 Inches Wide
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair of Massive Impruneta Pots, Italy, circa 20th century.
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1950s Italian Retro Terracotta Pots

Materials

Terracotta

Bulgari Sterling Silver Flower Pot
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A whimsical study of a traditional terracotta flower pot made in sterling silver with a lemon
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Terracotta Pots

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Sterling Silver

1960s Italian Hand Painted Planter Pot by Giovanni Desimone
By Giovanni DeSimone
Located in Ferndale, MI
Two brightly colored hand painted fish on this handled planter pot by Giovanni DeSimone. Hand
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Terracotta Pots

Materials

Pottery, Terracotta, Paint

Mid-Century Modern American Pair of Stan Bitters Hans Sumpf Thumb Pot Planters
By Hans Sumpf, Stan Bitters
Located in Culver City, CA
Mid-Century Modern American pair of Stan Bitters Hans Sumpf thumb pot planters Measures: 21" D x
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Terracotta Pots

Materials

Terracotta

Hans Sumpf Hand Built Terracotta Stan Bitters Design, circa 1970
Located in Culver City, CA
Traditional un-glazed terracotta Stan Bitters designed thumb pot, hand built by Hans Sumpf. Created
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1970s American Retro Terracotta Pots

Large container Rum top by Scheurich Keramik
By Scheurich Keramik
Located in Monza, Monza e Brianza
periodo natalizio. Usare un vaso di terracotta smaltato, chiamato rum pot, ideale per mantenere la frutta
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1960s German Retro Terracotta Pots

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Large White Greek Terracotta Pot
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mid-Century Large White Greek Terracotta Pot If you have ever visited the Greek Isles, these pots
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Mid-20th Century Greek Retro Terracotta Pots

Materials

Terracotta

XL Spanish Teracotta Olive Jar
Located in Retie, BE
Jar - Olive Pot - Large olive oil jars - Antique Spanish terracotta pots.
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Rustic Retro Terracotta Pots

Materials

Terracotta

Old Greek Pot
Located in Atlanta, GA
We love our Greek Pots. You may have seen the white ones, but this has texture and is substantial
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Mid-20th Century Greek Retro Terracotta Pots

Materials

Terracotta

Mambila Medicine Pot
Located in 3 Oaks, MI
The Mambila people who live in both Cameroon and Nigeria, West Africa consider the medicine man or shaman as a magician capable of manipulating the vital force found in people, anima...
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Mid-20th Century Cameroonian Tribal Retro Terracotta Pots

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of Painted Plant Pots
Located in New York, NY
Pair of painted terracotta plant pots with matching bases. Priced and sold as a pair.
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1960s American Retro Terracotta Pots

Materials

Terracotta

1970 s Studio pottery Terracotta " cat " boxe
By Vallauris
Located in New York, NY
1970's Studio pottery terracotta ceramic pot Certainly Vallauris France One of a kind
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1970s French Retro Terracotta Pots

Materials

Terracotta

Glazed Terracotta Camel Hand Painted Garden Stool
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Large handcrafted glazed terracotta camel garden stool, flower pot seat or side table is sure to be
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Mid-20th Century Retro Terracotta Pots

Materials

Terracotta

Continental Terracotta Garden Urns Reclaimed Distressed Outdoor Planters
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
set of three large glazed and fired, heavy terracotta clay pots hand fired to extreme temperatures
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1970s Italian Rustic Retro Terracotta Pots

Materials

Terracotta

Conch Shell Encrusted Terra Cotta Planter Pot, 20th Century
Located in Ferndale, MI
A hand-crafted, folk art conch shell encrusted terra cotta pot from the mid 20th century. Each
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Retro Terracotta Pots

Materials

Shell, Terracotta

20th Century Yi Xing Dragon Tea Pot
Located in London, GB
A mid-20th century terracotta Yi Xing tea pot, the body subtly modelled with dragons, the lid
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1950s Chinese Retro Terracotta Pots

Elegant Japanese Splash Glazed Vase
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Subtle Japanese splash glazed pot with matt terracotta body and black interior.
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1980s Asian Retro Terracotta Pots

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Retro Terracotta Pots For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of retro terracotta pots is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique retro terracotta pots was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, terracotta and clay. Retro terracotta pots have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Retro terracotta pots made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Folk Art — are very popular at 1stDibs. Dolores Porras, Doyle Lane and Hans Sumpf Co. each produced beautiful retro terracotta pots that are worth considering.

How Much are Retro Terracotta Pots?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $961, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $9,000 highest priced.
Questions About Retro Terracotta Pots
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, clay pots and terracotta pots are not the same. While terracotta pots are a type of clay pot, not all clay pots are terracotta. Terracotta is a clay material that is modeled and fired to create a signature brown-orange color. Clay pots can be created in any color. Browse a range of both clay and terracotta pots on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, terracotta pots are indeed safe for use; however, the pots should be thoroughly sterilized before first use because they are porous and can absorb harmful chemicals or moisture. You’ll find a variety of terracotta pots from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few tips and tricks to aging a terracotta pot. First, you can apply plain yogurt to help achieve an aged patina. Another method is to plug the drainage hole and fill the pot with water-soluble fertilizer. Shop a collection of terracotta pots from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not terracotta pots can withstand heat depends on how well they are made and cared for. A finely crafted pot can usually hold up in the face of high temperatures. If you intend to cook with one, season it with cooking oil to increase its durability. Shop a collection of terracotta pots on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A terracotta pot is simply a clay pot that has been fired. Clay is just the name of the material that terracotta pots are made out of. Shop an array of terracotta pots from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.