Scott Nelson, author of A Collector’s Guide to Van Briggle Pottery and noted Van Briggle pottery collector, recently wrote an article for the Journal of the American Art Pottery Association titled Van Briggle Pottery: How to Find a Great Pot. In the article, Scott presents ten factors (nine of which were originally put forth in his comprehensive reference book) that should be considered in determining the value or desirability of Van Briggle pottery vases, bowls, figural pieces, etc. These factors are:
- The date, or period of production.
- The quality of the glaze.
- The color or color combinations.
- The form or shape.
- The presence or absence of decoration.
- The scarcity or desirability of certain designs.
- The crispness of the mold on pieces with decoration.
- The size.
- The condition of the piece.
- Other special or unique features.
It is rare to find examples of Van Briggle pottery from any period of production with a majority of these features. It is recommended collectors evaluate individual vases on the particular criteria that are most important to them.
In future posts, each of the ten factors will be discussed in further detail and applicable photos of Van Briggle pottery will be provided where available.
Additional Van Briggle Pottery Reference Books:
- Van Briggle Pottery, The Collectors Encyclopedia by Richard Sasicki
- The Story Behind the Clay, David and Sharon Swint
Van Briggle Pottery Resources:
Greg Myroth – Just Art Pottery
I have a matt white van briggle vase I bought at an estate sale and it has a chain hanging from three of the six cutout holes near the top, is the chain original or should it be removed, I think I’ve dated this from 1907 up to possible early 20’s does anyone know the name of the finisher L b? thanks for any help Faye.
Hi – I found a Van Briggle white owl that is in perfect shape and 9.5″ tall – can you tell me the time period and value? thanks
Marci
Hi – I found a Van Briggle white owl that is in perfect shape and 9.5″ tall – can you tell me the time period and value? thanks
Marci
I received a Van Briggle as a wedding gift but have no idea what year it was produced or any information about it. It is a sky blue color and has a lilly and leaf design. This is the information on the bottom of the vase.
The double A logo
Van Briggle
Colo Spgs, CO
V6 G.P
I have a very tall, (1902) Van Briggle vase that I believe is extremely rare. It is green with darker green tones in a mat glaze. There are “see thru” handles at top and a promiminant pattern running the length. It is signed as follows:
1902 AA Van Briggle III 30
measurements: 16″ tall, 5″ wide
I bought a Van Briggle vase and would like help dating it. It is 9 1/4 high, is turquoise with a more greenish hue on the bottom 3/4 of the vase. It has what I think are iris’s. the bottom has the vanbriggle double A, then co. spgs.co
below that is an A and small o with a slanted line through the o. below that to the right is a mark of small cc and II (roman numeral 2) is what my II means. I would appreciate help with it. I do like it. I might have paid too much on the on-line auction site. thanks, jackie of laporte, indiana
I bought a Van Briggle vase and would like help dating it. It is 9 1/4 high, is turquoise with a more greenish hue on the bottom 3/4 of the vase. It has what I think are iris’s. the bottom has the vanbriggle double A, then co. spgs.co
below that is an A and small o with a slanted line through the o. below that to the right is a mark of small cc and II (roman numeral 2) is what my II means. I would appreciate help with it. I do like it. I might have paid too much on the on-line auction site. thanks, jackie of laporte, indiana
I have a matt white van briggle vase I bought at an estate sale and it has a chain hanging from three of the six cutout holes near the top, is the chain original or should it be removed, I think I’ve dated this from 1907 up to possible early 20’s does anyone know the name of the finisher L b? thanks for any help Faye.
I have a very tall, (1902) Van Briggle vase that I believe is extremely rare. It is green with darker green tones in a mat glaze. There are “see thru” handles at top and a promiminant pattern running the length. It is signed as follows:
1902 AA Van Briggle III 30
measurements: 16″ tall, 5″ wide
I received a Van Briggle as a wedding gift but have no idea what year it was produced or any information about it. It is a sky blue color and has a lilly and leaf design. This is the information on the bottom of the vase.
The double A logo
Van Briggle
Colo Spgs, CO
V6 G.P
Hi – I found a Van Briggle white owl that is in perfect shape and 9.5″ tall – can you tell me the time period and value? thanks
Marci
Hi – I found a Van Briggle white owl that is in perfect shape and 9.5″ tall – can you tell me the time period and value? thanks
Marci