✨ Bring the Magic and Romance of the Aegean Sea Into Your Home! ✨
Invite the timeless enchantment of the Greek islands into your favorite space with this rare, breathtaking piece of Icaros Rhodes art pottery, handcrafted during the golden mid-century era (circa 1950s). Known worldwide for its rich folk-art traditions and museum-quality craftsmanship, Icaros pottery effortlessly infuses character, history, and soul into modern interiors.
Standing at a perfect accent height of nearly 7 inches, this gorgeous vase features the most highly sought-after motif in Greek ceramic collecting — the legendary Rhodes Deer (Stag). Meticulously hand-painted, the elegant creature leaps through a vibrant Iznik-style floral tapestry. Rich tones of chocolate brown, warm terracotta, and earthy ochre are set against a creamy white glaze.
What makes this specific piece a true standout is the spectacular, heavy gold gilt work. Every single flower, leaf, and decorative border is meticulously outlined by hand with an opulent, thick, and raised gold-tone paint that catches the sun beautifully from every angle.
Whether nestled between books on a styled shelf, completing a cozy mantle display, or serving as a vibrant centerpiece on a sunlit entryway table, this ceramic masterpiece instantly elevates your home decor with a story of Mediterranean romance.
Specifications:
- Brand/Maker: Icaros Rhodes (Signed by hand on the base)
- Origin: Rhodes, Greece
- Era: Vintage Mid-Century Retro (circa 1950s - 1960s)
- Design: Rare and highly collectible Rhodes Deer / Stag motif surrounded by Iznik-influenced floral patterns and luxurious, heavy gold-gilt hand-painted highlights
- Material: Fine hand-molded earthenware / ceramic
- Technique: Completely hand-painted with glossy, high-fired glazes and metallic gold details
- Model Number: Hand-inscribed B769-3 on the bottom
- Size: Approx. 6.8 inches (17.5 cm) tall
- Condition: Beautiful vintage condition with a spectacular high-gloss finish. Gold gilt is exceptionally bright and intact with minimal wear. Inside bottom features an authentic factory glaze buildup from the hand-molding process. There is one tiny, minor flea-bite glaze chip on the outer rim (clearly shown in close-up photos), which only adds to its genuine mid-century vintage soul.