ceramic window box planters Weller Roma Dupont Vintage Pottery Large Window Box Planters

ceramic window box planters Weller Roma Dupont Vintage Pottery Large Window Box PlantersWeller Roma Dupont Vintage Pottery Large Window Box Planters Pair of Weller Pottery Roma Dupont window box planters featuring intricate incised designs of stylized florals and scrollwork. Finished in soft cream tones with red and yellow highlights, these large rectangular planters showcase the classical inspiration of the Roma line. Functional yet highly decorative, they are excellent examples of Wellers early 20th century craftsmanship and make a

• Weller Roma Dupont Vintage Pottery Large Window Box Planters
• Pair of Weller Pottery Roma Dupont window box planters featuring intricate incised designs of stylized florals and scrollwork. Finished in soft cream tones with red and yellow highlights, these large rectangular planters showcase the classical inspiration of the Roma line. Functional yet highly decorative, they are excellent examples of Weller’s early 20th-century craftsmanship and make a striking addition to any American art pottery collection.
• Excellent condition. No chips, cracks, damage or repair. Crazing and age related wear.
• Bottom marked Weller.
• Planters are approximately 5 3/4" tall and 13 3/4" wide.
• Weller Pottery was founded in 1872 by Samuel A. Weller in Fultonham, Ohio, initially producing simple utilitarian items such as stoneware jars and crocks. As the company grew, it moved to Zanesville, Ohio, in the 1880s and expanded into decorative art pottery, capitalizing on the popularity of the Arts and Crafts movement. Weller became known for its wide range of pottery lines, with famous patterns each showcasing the company's artistic evolution. By employing talented designers, Weller Pottery gained recognition for its innovative glazes and artistic designs.
• Weller Pottery ceased operations in 1948, primarily due to competition from cheaper, mass-produced ceramics and changes in consumer demand. However, its pottery remains highly collectible today because of the variety, beauty, and craftsmanship of its designs. Collectors are drawn to Weller's diverse range of styles from art nouveau to arts and crafts including hand-decorated floral motifs to rich matte glazes. Certain lines are especially coveted for their artistic quality and rarity.