Vintage 1970s Celery Face Pot, Kitsch Ceramic Vase, Retro Hand Painted Kitchenalia

This vintage 1970s celery face pot is a true one-of-a-kind piece, guaranteed to bring a touch of playful absurdity to your home. Believed to originate from a West Country studio pottery, this hand-painted ceramic jar is brimming with character, from its comical leafy moustache and eyebrows to the bold “CELERY” declaration on its forehead. With a different raised relief face on each side, it’s a conversation starter from every angle.

Features:

• Unique Design: Features two distinct, hand-modelled grotesque faces in raised relief.
• Hand-Painted: Decorated with vibrant vertical stripes in earthy tones of green, yellow, brown, and white.
• Text Detail: The word “CELERY” is painted by hand on the front.
• Kitsch Appeal: A perfect example of the quirky and humorous homeware popular in the 1960s and 70s.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for its intended purpose of holding celery sticks, but equally brilliant as a utensil holder, a quirky planter, or a standalone decorative object.

Measurements (Approximate):

• Height: 15cm (5.9 inches)
• Width (including handles/ears): 10cm (3.9 inches)

Condition: This piece is in good vintage condition. There are no chips or cracks. There is visible crazing throughout the glaze, which is typical for earthenware of this age and adds to its authentic charm. Please refer to the photographs for a detailed look at its condition.

Styling Ideas:

• Retro Kitchen Star: Place it on your kitchen counter to hold utensils or, of course, celery, for an instant pop of 70s fun.
• Quirky Planter: Perfect for housing a small houseplant like a spider plant or trailing ivy, letting the foliage playfully mingle with the face.
• Bookshelf Statement: Display it on a living room shelf or sideboard as a standalone piece of art pottery that is sure to draw the eye.

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