Vintage 1950’s American Mid Century Modern USA Pottery Iridescent White Crackle Glazed Ceramic Greyhound Dog Sculpture (#508)

Up for sale is a Vintage 1950’s American Mid Century Modern USA Pottery Iridescent White Crackle Glazed Ceramic Greyhound Dog Sculpture (#508)! It measures 17 3/8” tall. The piece is in excellent overall condition with minor signs of wear consistent with its age and use. Please message us if you have any questions. Thanks!

This vintage Mid Century Modern American art pottery sculpture beautifully captures the sleek, highly stylized silhouette of a gracefully seated greyhound or whippet dog. Reflecting the signature aesthetic of 1950’s USA ceramic design, the figure features an exaggeratedly elongated neck, an attentive posture, and minimalist, flowing lines that perfectly emphasize its elegant, aerodynamic form. The exterior is beautifully finished in a luminous iridescent white glaze, displaying a subtle yet captivating mother-of-pearl luster that catches the ambient light with soft pastel flashes of pink, blue, and gold. A deliberate, finely detailed crackle effect (craquelure) runs throughout the entire glazed surface, adding wonderful retro texture, visual intrigue, and historical depth to the piece. The underside of the base shows the traditional unglazed pottery foot ring alongside the clearly incised mold number 508, confirming its authentic mid-century production. This striking, sculptural statue stands as a classic piece of mid-century Americana decorative art, expertly blending classic animal portraiture with modern abstraction. It serves as a perfect focal point for any curated MCM interior space or a standout, high-style addition to a vintage American art pottery collection.

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