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Two small, blue ceramic seal figurines sit side by side on a black shelf, with books and a decorative lantern in the background.

Close-up of a light blue-green ceramic figure with a crackled glaze texture, resting on a dark, square base. Only a portion of the sculpted form is visible, showing smooth curves and reflective surface.

A blue ceramic bird figurine lies on its side on a black shelf, showing a worn and unglazed underside with a small sticker. It is next to a decorative metal object and some books.

Close-up of the base of a turquoise-glazed ceramic object showing worn and partially illegible maker’s mark or inscription on the rough, unglazed underside.

Close-up of a rough, tan ceramic surface with a small makers mark or stamp and a turquoise edge; a persons fingers are visible holding the object.

Seal Pottery Sculpture Pair

Name: Seal Pottery Sculpture Pair
Brand: Unknown
SKU: SCU-SEALPOTT
Availability: OutOfStock

$250.00

Early 20th-century pottery sculpture of two seals, finished in turquoise crackle glaze.

• Time Period: Early 20th Century
• Origin: Likely China
• Maker/Brand: Unmarked
• Medium: Crackle-glazed ceramic
• Style: Chinese-Inspired Decorative / Studio Animal Sculpture
• Condition: Very Good
• Decoration: Hand-sculpted form with aged glaze finish

Out of stock

SKU: SCU-SEALPOTT Category: Sculpture Brand: Unknown

Description

This charming turquoise-glazed pottery sculpture features a stylized pair of seals, brought to life with expressive form and a luminous crackled surface. The technique — known as craquelure — is a hallmark of traditional East Asian ceramics, prized for its intentional, web-like fractures that add visual depth and texture.

Crackle-glaze ceramics were especially celebrated during the Chinese Song Dynasty, and continued to influence studio pottery across generations. While this sculpture’s exact origin is uncertain, its stylistic details and the age of the piece strongly suggest Chinese influence or manufacture.

With its gently worn glaze and sculptural presence, this piece embodies early 20th-century decorative trends and remains a unique example of handmade animal ceramics.

Note that the price sticker pictured on the bottom is c. 1970.