Rare Vintage 1930s Weller Pottery Cameo Vase Robin Egg Blue White Floral Relief
This rare vintage Weller Pottery vase, produced in the early 1930s, is a striking example of the highly collectible Cameo line. The piece features an urn-like silhouette with gracefully curved double handles and a flared rim. Its surface displays a soft robin egg blue glaze, providing a gentle contrast to the applied white jonquil flower relief — a hallmark design detail of Weller’s Cameo series.
The vase captures the artistic transition between the organic, flowing lines of the Art Nouveau movement and the clean, geometric elegance of the Art Deco era. Founded in 1872 in Zanesville, Ohio, Weller Pottery became one of the leading names in American art pottery, celebrated for exceptional glaze work and refined craftsmanship. Produced only for a short period, the Cameo line remains highly sought after by collectors and design enthusiasts alike.
This signed vase functions beautifully as a display piece or as a vessel for fresh or dried floral arrangements. Its sculptural form, gentle color palette, and excellent preservation make it an exquisite addition to any collection of early 20th-century decorative arts.
Why It’s Special?
The Weller Cameo line was produced for only a brief time during the early 1930s, making surviving examples scarce. This particular vase, in the desirable robin egg blue glaze with white floral relief and a signed base, is a rare find. Its excellent condition and refined craftsmanship make it an outstanding collector’s piece that represents the artistry of American pottery during the Art Deco period.
Product Details:
Brand: Weller
Manufacturer: Weller Pottery
Origin: Zanesville, Ohio, USA
Collection / Pattern: Cameo line
Estimated Era and Date: c. 1930–1935
Material: Glazed ceramic
Color: Robin egg blue with white relief flowers
Occasion: Decorative, Collectible, Display
Style / Pattern / Theme / Design Notes: Transitional Art Nouveau and early Art Deco; urn-shaped body with double handles, flared rim, and applied floral relief detailing
Features:
Rare signed Weller Cameo vase from the 1930s
Robin egg blue glaze with applied white jonquil flowers
Transitional Art Nouveau and Art Deco styling
Urn-style body with flared rim and double handles
Highly collectible example of early 20th-century American art pottery
Dimensions:
Width: 7 in (handle to handle)
Height: 7 in (approx.)
Opening Diameter: 6.5 in (approx.)
Base Diameter: 3.5 in (approx.)
Condition:
Excellent vintage condition. No cracks, chips, or fleabites. Colors remain vibrant throughout. Interior shows light crazing consistent with age, which does not affect use or display. Beautifully preserved for a nearly 100-year-old piece.
