Art Deco Bronze Verdigris Centerpiece Bowl by Carl Sorensen

Robert Picault Large Decorative Centerpiece Oval Dish

A Large Avocado & Blue Enamel Metal Bowl by the Hanova of Pasadena. The last photo shows what appears to be a layer of copper possibly used in the production process of this bowl. When photographing up close under light, the camera produces the last photo included in listing. HANOVA OF PASADENA Hanova began 1962 is a collaboration between Erwin Prust and Bob Hill in Hollywood, California. Prust and Hill experimented using a small furnace to improve the technique of enamel coating on steel rather than the typical base metal of copper. Prust and Hill moved the production to Pasadena, California. Hill designed pieces and Prust, with his background in porcelain enamel processes, perfected the techniques and managed production. During this time, Prust honed and finally perfected the enamel lava and crazing texturing technique on steel that signifies their distinctive pieces. The process of perfecting the surface was a lengthy one. The finish required three coats of enamel to be fired independently at about 1400 degrees. The steel was cleaned and etched, and fired with a base coat. Secondly came a coat of olive-colored enamel. The third and final coat was the primary color of the piece that revealed the olive color underneath. Rust, mustard, turquoise, blue and green were the most popular of the 10 colors. Each piece was unique and random in its texturing. The company ran a small operation, with only 2 to 3 employees as a production workshop team. In 1967, Hill’s enthusiasm for the business had all but died, and he sold his share to Prust. After Hill, who was the the primary designer for the company, Prust hired Charles Chaney...

Attractive vintage ceramic compote by Aldo Londi for Bitossi.

A large artist studio ceramic charger by Bjorn Wiinblad. Nice as a Table ornament or possibly mounted as a wall art. some minor loss/crackling to glaze in the center (as shown).

A beautiful Art Deco or Arts & Crafts period verdigris bronze footed centerpiece bowl, tazza, or fruit bowl By Carl Sorensen USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 10.25"W x 8.63"D x 2...

A gorgeous Patinated bronze low bowl. Great color and form being mostly mid century modern/ minimalist with a slight art deco detail. Very good original condition.

A beautiful Art Deco or Arts & Crafts period verdigris bronze large charger plate or serving tray By Carl Sorensen USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 14.38"W x 14.38"D x 0.75"H. V...

Carl Sorensen Verdigris Finish Bronze Bowl, United States, c.1930. Beautiful verdigris green patina. Signed to the bottom.