Lasting Designs
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Handmade to order. Please allow 4-6 weeks for production.
Cat lovers have been asking for another cat design and this tile delivers! A graceful, elongated cat turns its nose toward a bowing ginkgo branch, all framed by a dramatic border. This special tile is finished in two glaze combinations–a white cat with a blue crackle glaze and a black cat with a sage/teal colorway and yellow crackle. Handmade to order. No two pieces of the same design look exactly alike, that’s part of the magic of handmade ceramics. Minor variations in size, decoration, color and finish are intrinsic to our pottery. Please expect and embrace the variation inherent in our process. -
Handmade to order. Please allow 4-6 weeks for production.
A simple bowing oak branch bends at the rim of this sweet vase. The flowing lines of the hand-sculpted oak branch, oak leaf, and acorns drape across the form with graceful movement, while the teardrop-shaped cutout adds an element of whimsical discovery. Handmade to order. No two pieces of the same design look exactly alike, that’s part of the magic of handmade ceramics. Because we lean away from technologies like molds, templates, and casts, each piece is wholly unique. Minor variations in size, decoration, color and finish are intrinsic to our pottery. Please expect and embrace the variation inherent in our process. -
Handmade to order. Please allow 4-6 weeks for production.
This quintessential Arts and Crafts tile showcases the humble beauty of oak leaves and acorns. We offer this tile in three earthy glaze variations that stand alone or work nicely as a triptych. Handmade to order. No two pieces of the same design look exactly alike, that’s part of the magic of handmade ceramics. Minor variations in size, decoration, color and finish are intrinsic to our pottery. Please expect and embrace the variation inherent in our process. -
Handmade to order. Please allow 4-6 weeks for production.
This piece pays homage to the ground-breaking artistry of the historic Grueby Faience Company. The hallmarks of this award-winning pottery were harmony and symmetry of form and sculpture presented in richly textured organic colors. This vase, along with other pieces of Grueby-revival designs in our collection, will satisfy the aesthetic requirements of even the most die-hard Arts and Crafts purist. Handmade to order. No two pieces of the same design look exactly alike, that’s part of the magic of handmade ceramics. Because we lean away from technologies like molds, templates, and casts, each piece is wholly unique. Minor variations in size, decoration, color and finish are intrinsic to our pottery. Please expect and embrace the variation inherent in our process. -
Handmade to order. Please allow 4-6 weeks for production.
The Amaryllis Twists Vase reinterprets the twisting buds and elegant form of the long-retired Ephraim Pottery Perennial Vase. These buds represent an about-to-bloom amaryllis, the beloved flower that brightens our homes during long, monochromatic winters. Handmade to order. No two pieces of the same design look exactly alike, that’s part of the magic of handmade ceramics. Because we lean away from technologies like molds, templates, and casts, each piece is wholly unique. Minor variations in size, decoration, color and finish are intrinsic to our pottery. Please expect and embrace the variation inherent in our process. -
Handmade to order. Please allow 4-6 weeks for production.
The Bixby Bridge leads tourists traveling on California’s HWY 1 to the breathtakingly beautiful Big Sur. This tile depicts the Bixby bridge and the surrounding coastline. This piece forms a triptych with the Morro Bay tile and the Cambria tile. Handmade to order. No two pieces of the same design look exactly alike, that’s part of the magic of handmade ceramics. Minor variations in size, decoration, color and finish are intrinsic to our pottery. Please expect and embrace the variation inherent in our process. -
Handmade to order. Please allow 4-6 weeks for production.
The Birch Vase invites our gaze to a window which perfectly frames a birch tree amidst a rolling landscape. The architectural detail on the form evokes the rounded timbers of the historic Greene & Greene architecture, enhancing the illusion that we are inside looking out. Full of contrast and offered in four striking colors, this vase makes a bold statement in any decor. Handmade to order. No two pieces of the same design look exactly alike, that’s part of the magic of handmade ceramics. Because we lean away from technologies like molds, templates, and casts, each piece is wholly unique. Minor variations in size, decoration, color and finish are intrinsic to our pottery. Please expect and embrace the variation inherent in our process. -
Handmade to order. Please allow 4-6 weeks for production.
Throughout history, flowers have carried deep meaning, and our Birth Month Flower Vase Collection translates these timeless symbols into enduring art pottery. Each handcrafted vase captures the distinct beauty of its honored flower, featuring hand-sculpted blooms emerging from fluted bottle-shaped forms. The pieces are finished in our signature microcrystalline matte glaze–the collection displaying a beautiful palette of earthy greens, atmospheric blues, and warm amber tones. Whether marking a birthday, honoring a meaningful month, or simply bringing the beauty of seasonal flowers into your home, these art pottery pieces serve as timeless treasures. Every vase arrives with an illustrated botanical card revealing the history and symbolism behind its featured flower, making it a thoughtful gift that connects art, nature, and personal significance. Handmade to order. No two pieces of the same design look exactly alike, that’s part of the magic of handmade ceramics. Because we lean away from technologies like molds, templates, and casts, each piece is wholly unique. Minor variations in size, decoration, color and finish are intrinsic to our pottery. Please expect and embrace the variation inherent in our process. -
Handmade to order. Please allow 4-6 weeks for production.
The Bixby Bridge is a landmark just outside Big Sur that spans the steep mountains overlooking the Pacific Ocean. From the big California sky and the sparkling sea, to the crescent moon and iconic bridge, this petite tile offers a vast scene in a compact composition. Handmade to order. No two pieces of the same design look exactly alike, that’s part of the magic of handmade ceramics. Minor variations in size, decoration, color and finish are intrinsic to our pottery. Please expect and embrace the variation inherent in our process. -
Handmade to order. Please allow 4-6 weeks for production.
Is there any flower more recognizable than the bleeding heart with their gently arching stems and characteristic flower? This beautiful tile captures its essence—complete with sweetness and nostalgia. Handmade to order. No two pieces of the same design look exactly alike, that’s part of the magic of handmade ceramics. Minor variations in size, decoration, color and finish are intrinsic to our pottery. Please expect and embrace the variation inherent in our process. -
Handmade to order. Please allow 4-6 weeks for production.
Before leaves broaden and fruit forms, trees greet spring with their beautiful blooming branches. This vase celebrates the dramatic beauty of a single blooming branch, which rests on the shoulder of a subtle and elegant, architectural vase.Handmade to order. No two pieces of the same design look exactly alike, that’s part of the magic of handmade ceramics. Because we lean away from technologies like molds, templates, and casts, each piece is wholly unique. Minor variations in size, decoration, color and finish are intrinsic to our pottery. Please expect and embrace the variation inherent in our process.
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Handmade to order. Please allow 4-6 weeks for production.
The edges of roadways, vacant lots, and other barren and rocky places are inhospitable to all but the toughest of plants. Where others may see weeds, we see wildflowers. The creamy white of Queen Anne's Lace plays off the cool blue of chicory, dainty petals mixing with woody stalks and spiky leaves. This piece celebrates the resilient kind of beauty that thrives despite long odds. Handmade to order. No two pieces of the same design look exactly alike, that’s part of the magic of handmade ceramics. Because we lean away from technologies like molds, templates, and casts, each piece is wholly unique. Minor variations in size, decoration, color and finish are intrinsic to our pottery. Please expect and embrace the variation inherent in our process.
Ephraim art pottery designs are limited to a maximum of 500 pieces. The timing of a retirement depends on the collection the design is a part of.