Signed Studio Art Pottery Earthenware Vase with Charcoal Drip Glaze and Thumbprint Base

This signed studio art pottery vase is an expressive example of handcrafted earthenware, showcasing both artistic sensitivity and tactile craftsmanship. The piece is shaped with a rounded shoulder that gently tapers toward a sculpted thumbprint base—an organic feature that adds individuality and charm to the form. Its textured surface is finished in a warm, sandy ochre tone with vertical streaks of charcoal glaze that flow irregularly down the body, creating a natural and dynamic pattern evocative of smoke or weathered stone. The unglazed areas reveal the rich, coarse clay body beneath, giving the piece a grounded, earthy presence. Signed on the underside, the vase captures the spirit of wabi-sabi aesthetics, celebrating imperfection and material honesty. Ideal as a standalone art object or for holding dried botanicals, it reflects the intimate artistry of studio pottery from the mid- to late 20th century.

Dimensions: 4.5" W x 6" H