Ceramic wall sconce

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Posted by diesel52
15 years ago
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Description The back of the sconce have an impression in the ceramic that seems to say "patented 149144" vary faint impression. Other than the colored brush stroke mark on the back, no other artist mark or indentification. They were recieved as a housewarming gift 30+ yrs ago and were claimed to be valuable antique at the time
Category Ceramics and Porcelains
Medium ceramic
Distinguishing marks patented 149144
Condition Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item 5.5" x 5.5"
Date Period est 1930's
Weight under 1lb
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Price Paid (If known) house warming gift
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Lovejoy 🎯 Collector 15 years ago

For one , they are not antique, it's unlikely they predate the 1940's.They are very similar to wall sconces made by California Potteries and pieces out of Japan that sell for under $75.00.
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Gbisquit 🌱 Newbie 6 years ago

Hello, Here is some information for you: This wall pocket was made by the Ohio Porcelain Company in Zanesville Ohio. They purchased the design from Clifford Potts in March 1948.

 

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