Vintage MCM Richard Saar California Studio Pottery Abstract Ceramic Dish
Description:
A striking vintage mid-century modern ceramic dish attributed to California studio potter Richard Saar of Saar Ceramics. This sculptural piece showcases an atomic-era abstract design, characteristic of the bold geometric patterns and artistic experimentation associated with mid-century California pottery.
The asymmetrical oval dish features a matte black finish accented by an intricate linear composition of intersecting ivory lines, gray brushstrokes, and colorful circular motifs in turquoise, lavender, mustard yellow, and rust orange. A vibrant orange-red circular accent anchors the composition.
Its organic silhouette and graphic decoration make this a distinctive example of mid-century studio pottery, perfect for collectors or as a decorative accent in modern and eclectic interiors.
The underside bears a handwritten "Saar" signature, supporting the attribution to Richard Saar.
Details:
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Artist/Maker: Attributed to Richard Saar, Saar Ceramics
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Origin: California, USA (attributed)
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Period: Mid-20th Century
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Style: Mid-Century Modern / Atomic Age
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Material: Glazed ceramic
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Color: Matte black with multicolored abstract detailing
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Shape: Asymmetrical oval
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Design: Abstract geometric / linear
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Markings: Signed "Saar" on underside
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Quantity: One dish
Dimensions:
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Width: 7.75"
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Depth: 5"
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Height: 0.8"H
Condition:
Good vintage condition with minor surface wear and imperfections consistent with age and use. Light wear is visible along the edges and surface. Please review photographs for details.
Suggested Uses:
Decorative centerpiece, collectible studio pottery, jewelry catchall, or sculptural accent for a coffee table, console, or bookshelf.
Accessibility / Image Description:
A shallow, asymmetrical oval ceramic dish with a matte black finish. The interior features a central abstract geometric design composed of gray brushstrokes, intersecting ivory lines, and circular accents in turquoise, lavender, yellow, and rust orange. A bright orange-red circle is positioned near the center. The underside is black with a handwritten "Saar" signature.