Vintage V. Banes Art Pottery Vase: Black and 45 similar items

This vintage signed V. Banes art pottery vase features a dramatic black metallic-style glaze with sculptural raised floral relief detailing. Though it has the appearance of metal, the piece is glazed ceramic with a high-gloss finish that reflects light beautifully and emphasizes its textured surface. Signed on the base, this piece reflects studio pottery craftsmanship and makes a bold decorative statement. Its sculptural form and moody finish make it ideal for collectors of signed pottery or as a striking accent in modern, eclectic, or vintage-inspired interiors. The form is balanced and architectural, with a wide flared rim, cinched waist, and rounded body. Raised floral relief wraps the exterior, adding depth and texture against the hammered-style surface. The glaze shifts subtly across the piece, creating dimensional highlights and smoky undertones that feel both dramatic and refined. Marked with what appears to be a handwritten artist signature, this vase carries the character of studio pottery rather than mass production. It works beautifully as a standalone display piece or styled with dried stems or sculptural branches. A bold accent for MCM, Hollywood Regency, gothic, or eclectic interiors the kind of piece that anchors a space rather than blending into it. Details: Artist: V. Banes Material: Glazed ceramic / art pottery Finish: High-gloss metallic-style glaze Color: Deep charcoal to black Design: Raised floral relief, sculptural form Markings: Signed on base Era: Mid-to-late 20th century Condition: Vintage condition with light surface wear consistent with age.