Don Tighe Studio Pottery Vase, Salt Glazed Stoneware Vessel, Seagrove NC Ceramic
$149.99
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$149.99
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## Please Read Before Purchasing
I specialize in carefully selected antique and vintage treasures. Every piece I offer has lived a previous life and should be expected to show signs of age, use, and history. These characteristics are part of the authenticity and charm that make vintage and antique items so unique.
If you are looking for brand-new, factory-perfect décor, a vintage or antique piece may not be the right choice. Please examine all photographs carefully and read the complete description before purchasing. The photographs are considered part of the item's description and accurately represent its condition.
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# Signed Don Tighe Studio Pottery Vase, Dated 1971
This exceptional hand-thrown studio pottery vase is signed and dated **"Don Tighe '71"** on the underside. Crafted in 1971, this beautifully executed stoneware vessel reflects the artistry and craftsmanship associated with North Carolina's celebrated studio pottery tradition during the height of the American studio pottery movement.
The vase features a graceful rounded form with a gently rolled rim and a richly textured salt-glazed surface. Warm iron, cinnamon, and earthy brown tones blend with natural kiln flashing and speckled stoneware, while expressive white slip decoration is accented with charcoal and cobalt brushwork. The result is a surface full of depth, movement, and visual interest, making the vase equally beautiful from every angle.
Whether displayed as a sculptural centerpiece, used to showcase seasonal branches or dried botanicals, or added to a collection of American studio ceramics, this one-of-a-kind piece offers timeless appeal and exceptional handcrafted character.
### Details
* **Artist:** Don Tighe
* **Date:** 1971
* **Origin:** North Carolina, USA
* **Material:** Hand-thrown salt-glazed stoneware
* Signed **"Don Tighe '71"** on the underside
* One-of-a-kind studio pottery vessel
### Measurements
* Height: 8 inches
* Width: 7 inches
### Condition
Excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks, repairs, or other condition issues were found during inspection. The vase displays beautifully, with the rich glaze and kiln effects exceptionally well preserved.
Please review all photographs carefully, as they are part of the item's description and condition.
### Materials
* Stoneware
* Salt Glaze
* Ceramic
* Clay
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## About Vintage & Antique Items
Vintage and antique pieces have been enjoyed for decades before finding their way to a new home. Light surface wear, minor scratches, age-related patina, crazing, small manufacturing irregularities, gentle discoloration, tiny flea bites, tarnish, or other evidence of age should be expected. These characteristics are normal for previously owned pieces and contribute to their authenticity rather than detract from it.
Every item is carefully inspected, photographed, and described as accurately as possible. While I make every effort to disclose anything significant, minor age-related characteristics may occasionally be present that are not immediately apparent during inspection.
Please review all photographs carefully and ask any questions before purchasing. Returns are not accepted because an item was expected to appear newer or different than described. Color may vary slightly between monitors and devices, although every effort is made to accurately represent and describe the item's colors.
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## About Aged Metals
Vintage metals—including sterling silver, silver plate, brass, copper, cast iron, and iron—naturally develop character over time. Sterling silver and silver plate will tarnish through normal oxidation, while brass and copper often darken or develop a rich patina or verdigris. Iron and cast iron may also exhibit oxidation or surface rust consistent with age.
I intentionally do not polish or refinish these natural surfaces unless specifically noted in the listing. Many collectors appreciate the warmth, depth, and authenticity that original finishes provide.
You may also notice areas where silver plate has thinned, light oxidation, age spots, surface variations, or minor discoloration. These are expected characteristics of vintage and antique metals and are not considered defects.
Please review all photographs carefully before purchasing. Returns are not accepted because a vintage metal item exhibits expected age-related tarnish, patina, oxidation, rust, or other natural characteristics that are clearly shown and described.
Don Tighe Studio Pottery Vase, Salt Glazed Stoneware Vessel, Seagrove NC Ceramic
$149.99
Sale price
$149.99
Regular price
$0.00
I specialize in carefully selected antique and vintage treasures. Every piece I offer has lived a previous life and should be expected to show signs of age, use, and history. These characteristics are part of the authenticity and charm that make vintage and antique items so unique.
If you are looking for brand-new, factory-perfect décor, a vintage or antique piece may not be the right choice. Please examine all photographs carefully and read the complete description before purchasing. The photographs are considered part of the item's description and accurately represent its condition.
---
# Signed Don Tighe Studio Pottery Vase, Dated 1971
This exceptional hand-thrown studio pottery vase is signed and dated **"Don Tighe '71"** on the underside. Crafted in 1971, this beautifully executed stoneware vessel reflects the artistry and craftsmanship associated with North Carolina's celebrated studio pottery tradition during the height of the American studio pottery movement.
The vase features a graceful rounded form with a gently rolled rim and a richly textured salt-glazed surface. Warm iron, cinnamon, and earthy brown tones blend with natural kiln flashing and speckled stoneware, while expressive white slip decoration is accented with charcoal and cobalt brushwork. The result is a surface full of depth, movement, and visual interest, making the vase equally beautiful from every angle.
Whether displayed as a sculptural centerpiece, used to showcase seasonal branches or dried botanicals, or added to a collection of American studio ceramics, this one-of-a-kind piece offers timeless appeal and exceptional handcrafted character.
### Details
* **Artist:** Don Tighe
* **Date:** 1971
* **Origin:** North Carolina, USA
* **Material:** Hand-thrown salt-glazed stoneware
* Signed **"Don Tighe '71"** on the underside
* One-of-a-kind studio pottery vessel
### Measurements
* Height: 8 inches
* Width: 7 inches
### Condition
Excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks, repairs, or other condition issues were found during inspection. The vase displays beautifully, with the rich glaze and kiln effects exceptionally well preserved.
Please review all photographs carefully, as they are part of the item's description and condition.
### Materials
* Stoneware
* Salt Glaze
* Ceramic
* Clay
---
## About Vintage & Antique Items
Vintage and antique pieces have been enjoyed for decades before finding their way to a new home. Light surface wear, minor scratches, age-related patina, crazing, small manufacturing irregularities, gentle discoloration, tiny flea bites, tarnish, or other evidence of age should be expected. These characteristics are normal for previously owned pieces and contribute to their authenticity rather than detract from it.
Every item is carefully inspected, photographed, and described as accurately as possible. While I make every effort to disclose anything significant, minor age-related characteristics may occasionally be present that are not immediately apparent during inspection.
Please review all photographs carefully and ask any questions before purchasing. Returns are not accepted because an item was expected to appear newer or different than described. Color may vary slightly between monitors and devices, although every effort is made to accurately represent and describe the item's colors.
---
## About Aged Metals
Vintage metals—including sterling silver, silver plate, brass, copper, cast iron, and iron—naturally develop character over time. Sterling silver and silver plate will tarnish through normal oxidation, while brass and copper often darken or develop a rich patina or verdigris. Iron and cast iron may also exhibit oxidation or surface rust consistent with age.
I intentionally do not polish or refinish these natural surfaces unless specifically noted in the listing. Many collectors appreciate the warmth, depth, and authenticity that original finishes provide.
You may also notice areas where silver plate has thinned, light oxidation, age spots, surface variations, or minor discoloration. These are expected characteristics of vintage and antique metals and are not considered defects.
Please review all photographs carefully before purchasing. Returns are not accepted because a vintage metal item exhibits expected age-related tarnish, patina, oxidation, rust, or other natural characteristics that are clearly shown and described.