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Style: Primitive
Large Round Michoacano Planters with Handles on Both Sides; a pair
Located in Malibu, CA
Talavera Michoacana planter pots in bright primary secondary colors are handmade and vibrantly hand-painted Mexican ceramic pottery. These pots are typically glazed and fired a...
Category

20th Century Mexican Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Petite African Redware Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite hand-formed vessel bears a richly textured surface of worn red clay slip and dark smoke marks. Likely intended for everyday use, the simple bottle-form vessel reflects th...
Category

15th Century and Earlier African Antique Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Terracotta

Petite African Redware Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite hand-formed vessel bears a richly textured surface of worn red clay slip and dark smoke marks. Likely intended for everyday use, the simple bottle-form vessel reflects th...
Category

15th Century and Earlier African Antique Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Terracotta

African Redware Gooseneck Vase
Located in Chicago, IL
Covered in a beautifully worn red clay slip, this hand-formed African vessel has a dramatic silhouette of a squat, ovoid body and a long, narrow neck. Subtly etched crosshatch patter...
Category

15th Century and Earlier African Antique Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

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Studio Ceramic Stoneware Vase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A distinctive studio ceramic vase has a tall narrow shape, brown, with an outer glossy glaze and speckled white detailing. The cylindrical form contains an unglazed area at the neck ...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Stoneware

Studio Ceramic Stoneware Vase
Studio Ceramic Stoneware Vase
$650
H 13.5 in Dm 5.5 in
California Design Studio Stoneware Weed Pot / Vase Signed
Located in San Diego, CA
California design studio stoneware weed pot / vase, circa 1970s. The pot is in very good vintage condition and measures 7.7"D x 6.5"H. The piece is signed on the underside. #3805
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

19th Century Spongeware Salt Crock with Bail Handle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine example of unusual spongeware is in good condition with the original metal handle. The lid is also original to the piece.
Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

19th Century Spongeware Salt Crock with Bail Handle
19th Century Spongeware Salt Crock with Bail Handle
$556 Sale Price
37% Off
H 4.25 in Dm 5.75 in
Authentic Talavera Decorative Vase Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Blue White
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
Elegant white and blue vessel made with the Talavera technique. Artist, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ceramic: its exquisite decoration is the product of a delicate process of alchemy that translates into fine enamels. In Puebla, Mexico few people still produce using Talavera with the ancestral techniques. One of those few is Cesar Torres, Don Cesar learned his art in the workshop of the Uriarte family, an excellent workshop where his grandfather worked. In his creations he uses the black and white mud that is obtained from the nearby hills of Loreto and Guadalupe, and colors of mineral origin that he creates in his workshop with recipes from his grandfather. All the pieces are modeled in a traditional way and go through a production process that usually takes from one to two months, between drying, burning, and painting. Being surrounded by a living tradition, Cesar Torres Jr., learned from his father since childhood. Architect by profession, Cesar Jr. has come to revolutionize and modernize with new designs and ideas of the current world, nevertheless always respecting the tradition of the processes and materials that make Talavera a Creole art...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Clay, Ceramic, Majolica

Antique Guatemalan Majolica Pottery Water Vessel Pitcher
Located in New York, NY
Antique majolica pottery water pitcher / vessel from the highlands of Guatemala. This piece has such character, with majolica glaze and traditional decorative design applied in relie...
Category

19th Century Guatemalan Antique Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Glazed stoneware vase by Adélaïde Renault, 2025.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Glazed stoneware vase by Adélaïde Renault. Artist signature under the base. 2025. Unique piece. H : 13.4 x 15.7 x 15.7 inches.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Belgian Tile Faced Vintage Entry Door Pull Handle by Artist Juliette Belarti
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Architectural door pull by Belgian ceramic tile artist Juliette Belarti. Vintage midcentury Belgian tile faced entry door pull handle. Great a...
Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Edward Wormley Dunbar End Side Table with Gertrud and Otto Natzler Ceramic Tiles
Located in Studio City, CA
This very rare and absolutely stunning Edward Wormley designed end/ occasional table for Dunbar Furniture for their "Janus" collection, circa 1956-1957 comes with inlaid, glazed tile...
Category

1950s American Vintage Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Mid Century Large Studio Pottery Vase, USA 1960s
Located in La Teste-de-Buch, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Large studio glazed earthenware vase. Quality american mid century modern work. Outstanding glaze.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Primitive Ceramics

Large Moroccan Glazed Ceramic Vase with Arabic Calligraphy Turquoise Writing Fez
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Large Moroccan glazed ceramic vase from Fez. Moorish style ceramic handcrafted and hand painted with Arabic calligraphy writing. This kind of Art Writing looks calligraphic is call...
Category

20th Century Moroccan Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Stoneware Glazed Ceramic Vase circa 1980 French Handmade
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
French handmade ceramic vase with ceramic glaze colors, circa 1980. Perfect condition. Signed under the base. Dimensions: 23 x 19 x 19cm.
Category

1980s French Vintage Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mexican Antique Dolores Porras Clay Pottery Folk Art Terracotta Vessel Vase
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This one of a kind Mexican antique is one of few pieces Dolores had at her home at the time she passed away. Dolores portrays the flora from her garden...
Category

Early 2000s Mexican Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Terracotta, Clay, Pottery

Previously Available Items
Artisan Made German Small Terracotta Amphora with Wrap Around Decoration
Located in Rümmingen, BW
Shipping Note: If your region or country is not listed under the shipping options, don't hesitate to get in touch with us directly. This charming decorative terracotta vase or ampho...
Category

Mid-20th Century German Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Terracotta

Antique Holmes Savage, Dundee NY Blue Decorated Stoneware 5gal Crock C1850
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Holmes & Savage, Dundee NY Blue Decorated Stoneware Five-Gallon Crock with Hand Painted Mellon C1850 Measures- 14.25''H x 13''W x 13''D
Category

Mid-19th Century American Antique Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Ticino artisan made primitive terracotta ceramic vessel
Located in Rümmingen, BW
A beautiful, primitive handcrafted terracotta poy we sourced directly in Switzerland. The origin of this artisan-made terracotta pot is the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland calle...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Terracotta

Red Clay Armadillo Figure from Colima, Mexico, circa 7th Century
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Red clay armadillo vessel most likely from Colima, Mexico. The zoomorphic figure shows significant wear and calcification from age. Impeccable workmanship is evident especially on th...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Mexican Antique Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Petite African Redware Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite hand-formed vessel bears a richly textured surface of worn red clay slip and dark smoke marks. Likely intended for everyday use, the simple bottle-form vessel reflects th...
Category

15th Century and Earlier African Antique Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Terracotta

Primitive Styles Terracotta Bowl from Mexico, circa 1980 s
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Primitive styled terracotta water pot from the Mixteca region of Veracruz. Wabi features are evident in the bowl's shape and imperfect form. The surface area is clean and the rim con...
Category

1980s Mexican Vintage Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Terracotta

Primitive Archaic Handcrafted Large Ceramic Pottery Bowl Pot with Handles
Located in Studio City, CA
A rather wonderful and unusual large ceramic piece. Well crafted and beautifully decorated with what appears to be primitive or tribal symbols. ...
Category

19th Century Antique Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Primitive Archaic Handcrafted Painted Ceramic Pottery Bowl Pot with Handles
Located in Studio City, CA
A rather wonderful and unusual piece. Well crafted and beautifully decorated (see how the light symbols stand out like snakes but the dark symbols form bear-like arms and claws). ...
Category

19th Century Antique Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Clay Amphora Vessel Floor Vase Primitive Greek Earthenware Pottery
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique clay Amphora vessel floor vase primitive Greek earthenware pottery 34" Large antique vessel or amphora (amphorae) urn / vase or jar. Fe...
Category

Early 20th Century Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

Hand Painted Ceramic Folk Art Vessel From Mexico, circa 1970s
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Hand made ceramic jug for carrying mezcal or pulque from Tuliman, Guerrero, circa 1970s. Canteen-type jug with hoop arms used for rope or strap ties. A cork or stopper would typicall...
Category

1970s Mexican Vintage Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Maya Orangeware Bowl
By Maya
Located in Chicago, IL
With a worn, glossy finish, this petite orangeware bowl is a wonderful example of Maya pottery. Coated in a layer of clay slip for a monochrome finish, th...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Central American Antique Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Maya Orangeware Bowl
Maya Orangeware Bowl
H 4.5 in Dm 7 in
Mid-19th Century Moroccan Terracotta Couscous / Bread Bowl
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered Moroccan terracotta couscous/bread bowl. Highly decorative. Morocco mid-19th century, weathered and small losses.
Category

19th Century Moroccan Antique Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Terracotta

Primitive ceramics for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Primitive ceramics for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage ceramics created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, terracotta and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Primitive ceramics made in a specific country, there are Africa, Europe, and Mali pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for ceramics differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $167 and tops out at $1,480 while the average work can sell for $780.

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