{"product_id":"vintage-pates-potteries-ribbed-posy-vase-brown-and-yellow-glaze-c1940s-50s-made-in-australia","title":"Vintage Pates Potteries Ribbed Posy Vase, Brown and Yellow Glaze, c1940s–50s, Made in Australia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA little sculpture for the windowsill: this ribbed posy vase from Pates Potteries takes the form of a tulip bulb or miniature pumpkin, its scalloped, multi-lobed rim catching the light from every angle. The glossy glaze runs from rich chocolate brown at the crown down the deep vertical ribs into a sunny yellow base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJust the thing for a single bloom or two on a bedside table or desk, and a considered addition to a collection of Australian pottery. Pates Potteries, founded by Alfred Pates and operating from Belmore in Sydney, became a household staple of post-war Australia, known for whimsical silhouettes and vibrant glazes that brought affordable, optimistic design into everyday homes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pates Potteries Pty. Ltd., Belmore, Sydney, NSW, Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ribbed tulip-bulb \/ pumpkin-form posy vase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e c. 1940s–1950s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.5 cm high; 7 cm base diameter; 6.5 cm opening diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 165 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glazed earthenware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black underglaze factory ink stamp PATES POTTERIES, SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage condition with light, clean crazing consistent with age. No chips, cracks or repairs, and the interior is clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe photographs form part of the condition report — please review all images carefully before purchasing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand wash in warm, soapy water and dry thoroughly. Avoid soaking, dishwashers and sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvery piece is beautifully gift wrapped and carefully packaged to ensure it arrives at your doorstep in perfect condition.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Timeless Edit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42808037408814,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2808\/9574\/files\/RibbedPosyVase-vasecentredonwhiteplinthwithvintagehomedecorinbackground.jpg?v=1792388635","url":"https:\/\/jacquifink.com\/products\/vintage-pates-potteries-ribbed-posy-vase-brown-and-yellow-glaze-c1940s-50s-made-in-australia","provider":"Jacqui Fink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}