Found at an Atlanta estate sale, this signed Ben Owen vase carries the weight of North Carolina's legendary pottery tradition. Seagrove has been the heart of American studio pottery since the 18th century, and the Owen family has been at its center for generations.
That olive-celadon glaze isn't something you can order from a catalog—it's the result of decades of kiln mastery and an understanding of clay chemistry that only comes from making thousands of pieces. The classic ovoid form is timeless, equally at home on a mid-century credenza or a contemporary shelf.
This is the kind of piece serious collectors hunt estate sales for. The kind museum gift shops wish they could stock. The kind that makes your space feel collected, not decorated.
Origin: Seagrove, North Carolina Maker: Ben Owen (signed on base: "Seagrove Pottery - Ben Owen") Era: Mid-20th century Glaze: Olive-celadon with characteristic variations
Condition: Pristine vintage condition. No chips or cracks. Characteristic glaze variations add depth and interest.
