• Exceptional Weller experimental vase by designer Rudolph Lorber, featuring a tall cylindrical form decorated with raised landscape and stylized tree motifs. The richly glazed surface blends deep blue, green, and earthy tones, framed with sunburst panels at the shoulder, highlighting Lorber’s distinctive hand in Weller’s experimental work. A rare and highly collectible example of Weller’s artistry and innovation.
• Excellent condition. Minor non showing professional restoration to small nicks to the foot and rim. No other chips, cracks, damage or repair of any kind.
• Bottom marked Weller and signed RL on lower body.
• Vase is 12 3/4" tall and 4 1/2" wide.
• Weller Pottery was founded in 1872 by Samuel A. Weller in Fultonham, Ohio, initially producing simple utilitarian items such as stoneware jars and crocks. As the company grew, it moved to Zanesville, Ohio, in the 1880s and expanded into decorative art pottery, capitalizing on the popularity of the Arts and Crafts movement. Weller became known for its wide range of pottery lines, with famous patterns each showcasing the company's artistic evolution. By employing talented designers, Weller Pottery gained recognition for its innovative glazes and artistic designs.
• Weller Pottery ceased operations in 1948, primarily due to competition from cheaper, mass-produced ceramics and changes in consumer demand. However, its pottery remains highly collectible today because of the variety, beauty, and craftsmanship of its designs. Collectors are drawn to Weller's diverse range of styles from art nouveau to arts and crafts including hand-decorated floral motifs to rich matte glazes. Certain lines are especially coveted for their artistic quality and rarity.

Excellent Condition