Up for auction is a stunning, highly collectible piece of mid-century California art pottery: a 1948 stylized fantasy zebra from the coveted "Copa de Oro" line, hand-decorated by renowned artist Mary Jane Hart.
This eye-catching figurine features an ultra-stylized Art Deco/Hollywood Regency aesthetic, glazed in a glossy, rich black finish and meticulously accented with striking metallic gold stripes. Its most remarkable features are the intricate, open-looped ceramic mane and tail, which give the piece incredible texture and movement.
Markings & Authenticity:
- Features the rare, original gold foil sticker on the belly: "California Copa de Oro Hand Decorated Ceramics".
- Handwritten on the bottom in gold paint is the year 1948, a copyright symbol, and the artist's initials M.J.H.
Condition Details:
This piece is in exceptional vintage condition, especially considering its age and fragility.
- No chips, cracks, or flea bites found on the delicate open loops of the mane or tail.
- The glossy black and metallic gold glazes remain vibrant and highly reflective.
- Beautifully preserved shelf wear on the unglazed bottoms of the feet.
- It measures approximately 5 inches tall and 3 inches wide.