Vintage Spanish Pottery Utensil Holder | Mid Century Kitchen Pot | “Culleres”

This charming vintage utensil holder is a beautiful example of Spanish studio pottery from the mid-century era. Perfect for keeping your kitchen utensils organised, this pot is ideal for storing spoons, tongs, whisks, spatulas, and more. It’s also versatile enough to be used outside the kitchen for holding pencils, paintbrushes, small plants, or other items.

The pot features a delightful raised relief design on the front depicting colourful fruits. Above the fruit design are the words “Culleres de Fusta” in blue lettering. “Culleres de Fusta” is Catalan for “Wooden Spoons”, indicating its original intended use. The glaze is a speckled brown with a distinctive dark brown, feathered rim. A maker’s signature is present on the bottom right of the design.

Features:

• Vintage Spanish studio pottery
• Mid-century design
• Raised relief fruit design
• “Culleres de Fusta” text (Catalan for “Wooden Spoons”)
• Speckled brown glaze with dark brown feathered rim
• Maker’s signature on the bottom right
• Versatile use – kitchen utensil holder, pen holder, planter, etc.

Measurements (Approximate):

• Height: 19 cm (approximately 7.5 inches)
• Diameter: 12 cm (approximately 4.7 inches)

Condition:

This vintage pottery utensil holder is in good condition. There is some crazing to the glaze, which is common in vintage ceramics and adds to its character. Please refer to the photos for a detailed view of the condition.

Styling Ideas/Suggested Rooms:

This utensil holder would be suitable for:

• Kitchen: On a countertop to hold utensils.
• Dining Room: As a decorative centrepiece or on a sideboard.
• Studio/Workshop: For storing art supplies or tools.
• Home Office: As a pen or pencil holder.