Calif Usa Pottery Appraisal

Calif USA L59 Quarter-Circle Yellow Ceramic Dish

This item is a vibrant yellow ceramic or pottery dish, designed in a quarter-circle or fan shape. It measures approximately 8-10 inches along its straight outer edge and has a gentle curve on its inner edge. The dish features a highly glossy glaze, giving it a reflective surface. The interior surface of the dish is adorned with raised, angular patterns that resemble stylized geometric sails or perhaps abstract leaf shapes. These raised elements provide texture and visual interest. The base of the dish appears flat, allowing it to sit stably on a surface, and it has a slight lip or rim around its outer perimeter. The overall condition appears excellent with no visible chips, cracks, or significant wear. The consistency of the glaze suggests professional manufacturing. The presence of the text "Calif USA L59" indicates it was made in California, USA, likely by a company such as California Pottery, known for producing decorative and utilitarian ceramics, often during the mid-20th century. The 'L59' could be a model number or design identifier. The design aesthetic suggests a mid-century modern influence, characteristic of ceramics from the 1950s-1970s. The bright yellow color is also typical of that era's pottery designs.