Studio Pottery Striped Stoneware Vase

This item is a wheel-thrown studio pottery vase featuring an ovoid body that tapers to a narrow, cylindrical neck and a small, slightly flared rim. The vessel is constructed from a coarse-textured stoneware clay and is decorated with alternating vertical stripes of dark charcoal black and deep burnt-sienna brown. The surface displays a distinct orange-peel texture, likely the result of a salt or soda firing process, which creates a subtle glossy sheen over the variegated mat tones. The craftsmanship suggests a mid-20th century studio production, potentially influenced by the Brutalist or mid-century modern aesthetic. The vertical bands are applied with organic variation, showing soft edges where the glazes meet. There are no immediately visible maker's marks or signatures in the provided view, but the base likely features a trimmed foot ring. The condition appears to be excellent with no visible chips, cracks, or repairs. The earthy color palette and rustic texture indicate a high level of technical control in atmospheric firing, giving it a unique character typical of individual artist pieces from the late 1960s to 1980s.