
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Fish Wall Plaques
A pair of decorative ceramic wall plaques depicting stylized angelfish, exemplary of Mid-Century Modern aesthetic typical of the 1950s or early 1960s. Each piece is crafted from molded ceramic with a distinctively smooth, satin-to-gloss glaze finish in a muted seafoam green or celadon hue. The fish feature aerodynamic, swept-back fins with airbrushed metallic or darker grey accents along the edges of the tail and dorsal fins, creating a sense of depth and movement. Each fish is designed with a prominent, protruding silver-grey eye and a slightly puckered mouth tinged with faint pink or red. The craftsmanship shows typical production methods of the era, likely from a California or Ohio pottery manufacturer such as Freeman-McFarlin or Kay Finch, though no specific maker's mark is visible from this angle. In terms of condition, there is a visible chip on the lower fin of the bottom fish exposing the white ceramic body underneath, as well as some minor scuffing and glaze wear consistent with age. The overall form remains intact with no major structural cracks or repairs visible. These pieces are intended to be wall-mounted, often as part of a larger 'bathroom art' or 'living room wall decor' set that was popular in post-war American interior design.
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Estimated Value
$65-95
Basic Information
Category
Home Decor - Vintage Ceramics
Appraised On
January 20, 2026
Estimated Value
$65-95
Item Description
A pair of decorative ceramic wall plaques depicting stylized angelfish, exemplary of Mid-Century Modern aesthetic typical of the 1950s or early 1960s. Each piece is crafted from molded ceramic with a distinctively smooth, satin-to-gloss glaze finish in a muted seafoam green or celadon hue. The fish feature aerodynamic, swept-back fins with airbrushed metallic or darker grey accents along the edges of the tail and dorsal fins, creating a sense of depth and movement. Each fish is designed with a prominent, protruding silver-grey eye and a slightly puckered mouth tinged with faint pink or red. The craftsmanship shows typical production methods of the era, likely from a California or Ohio pottery manufacturer such as Freeman-McFarlin or Kay Finch, though no specific maker's mark is visible from this angle. In terms of condition, there is a visible chip on the lower fin of the bottom fish exposing the white ceramic body underneath, as well as some minor scuffing and glaze wear consistent with age. The overall form remains intact with no major structural cracks or repairs visible. These pieces are intended to be wall-mounted, often as part of a larger 'bathroom art' or 'living room wall decor' set that was popular in post-war American interior design.
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