A mid century modern collector/decorator just asked me the other day, "What are the best art deco patterns produced by Roseville?"

So here is my top 10 list for collectors and decorators interested in art deco or mid-century modern pottery by Roseville:

1. Futura – Probably very little debate that this is the most popular art deco pattern produced by  Roseville or probably any other American art pottery maker for that matter.

2. Moderne – The handles and designs on the pattern make this a very popular deco pattern.

3. Artwood – This art deco pattern has become really hot with mid century modern collectors. We recently got a nice collection of Artwood and it has been selling rapidly.

4. Raymor Modern Stoneware – A popular mid-century modern dinnerware line designed by Ben Seibel.

5. Ming Tree This Roseville pattern offers bright colors and a nice Chinese modern style.

6. Rozane Patterns – Simple classical shapes with matte or glossy glazes.  This pattern is

gaining in popularity. 

7. Wincraft – Very affordable Roseville mid-century modern style produced in colorful blue, green and tan high gloss glazes.

8. Mayfair – This is an art deco pattern that has historically been under appreciated by Roseville collectors. It is finally starting to see an increase in collector interest.

9.  Dawn – Very collectible Roseville pattern with pleasing art deco shapes. It is hard to find this  pattern without minor damage to the corners.

10. Orian -  Simple art deco modern shapes produced in standard colors of high glaze red, blue, tan and yellow.

Greg Myroth – JustArtPottery.com

7/21/2009