Eternal Brilliance: The Artistry of Rookwood Pottery

Founded in 1880 by Maria Longworth Nichols Storer in Cincinnati, Rookwood Pottery Company quickly became a cornerstone of the American Arts and Crafts movement. Known for its innovative glazes and hand-painted decoration, Rookwood artists elevated functional ceramics into fine art, garnering international acclaim and collecting devotion that continues today.
As part of Lion and Unicorn’s “Eternal Brilliance” sale on October 26, Bidsquare presents exquisite examples of Rookwood’s artistry, each piece offering a glimpse into the firm’s legacy of craftsmanship and design.

Auction Highlights: 

Rookwood Art Pottery Blue Floral Vellum Bud Vase - Lot 152
A serene and elegant example of Rookwood’s signature vellum glaze, this bud vase features a delicate hand-painted floral motif in soft blue tones, demonstrating the company’s mastery of subtle color transitions and texture.

Estimate: $200 - $800

Rookwood Coromandel Drip Glaze Vase (Shape 6308) - Lot 153
A striking departure from the subdued vellum pieces, this vase showcases the rich, layered Coromandel drip glaze, a hallmark of early 20th-century experimentation in color and chemistry.

Estimate: $200 - $800

Rookwood Floral Crocus Vase (Shape 1656E) - Lot 154
This charming vase features hand-carved crocus blossoms, rendered with delicate artistry and glazed in warm, naturalistic tones—a beautiful expression of Rookwood’s devotion to the natural world.

Estimate: $200 - $800

Rookwood Vellum Vase by Margaret Helen McDonald - Lot 1
A standout work by Margaret Helen McDonald, one of Rookwood’s celebrated decorators, this vellum vase exemplifies her painterly finesse and attention to atmospheric detail.

Estimate: $50 - $200 

Rookwood Art Deco Vase “Dancers” (Shape 6539) - Lot 2
Capturing the modernist energy of the 1930s, this Art Deco “Dancers” vase marries sculptural form with rhythmic relief design—an embodiment of Rookwood’s evolution into the new century.

Estimate: $50 - $200 

From ethereal vellum glazes to dynamic Art Deco forms, these Rookwood pieces reflect a defining chapter in American ceramic art. Don’t miss the chance to add one of these masterpieces to your collection when bidding opens October 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM CDT.

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