Painted Vase Appraisal

Hand-Painted Ceramic Scalloped Footed Vase

This is a ceramic footed vase or planter, possibly majolica or a similar earthenware, characterized by a light mint green glazed finish. The upper rim of the vase is scalloped, and each scallop is highlighted with a pale pink accent and delicate gold scrollwork, suggesting a hand-painted application. The main body of the vase features prominent hand-painted floral motifs. There are two primary floral clusters on the visible side: one with a large red rose and blue flowers interspersed with yellow and green foliage, and another with a large blue rose and red flowers, also with yellow accents and green leaves. Smaller, simpler floral designs with yellow centers and pink petals are scattered around the lower part of the body and on the fluted base. The vase has a flared, fluted body that tapers inward towards a central stem, which then expands into a ruffled, footed base. The base also features the same pale pink and gold scrollwork along its scalloped edges. The construction appears to be molded ceramic with applied hand-painting. Visible condition issues include some wear on the rim's pink and gold accents, suggesting potential chipping or fading of the paint. The overall glaze appears intact with a slight sheen, but without closer inspection, hairline cracks or crazing cannot be definitively ruled out. The style of decoration, with its vibrant floral patterns and pastel colors, is reminiscent of mid-20th century decorative ceramics, potentially from the 1940s to 1960s, often associated with cottage core or country revival aesthetics. There are no immediate visible manufacturer's marks or signatures from this angle, which would typically be on the underside.