{"product_id":"vintage-hedi-schoop-dancing-lady-figural-vase-1940s-california-pottery","title":"Vintage Hedi Schoop Dancing Lady Figural Vase 1940s California Pottery","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA wonderfully theatrical example of vintage California art pottery, this \u003cstrong\u003eHedi Schoop dancing lady figural vase\u003c\/strong\u003e captures the glamour, movement, and playful sophistication that make Schoop’s work so distinctive.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating to the \u003cstrong\u003e1940s–1950s\u003c\/strong\u003e, the sculptural figure depicts an elegant dancer in motion, dressed in a luminous \u003cstrong\u003eyellow bodice and sweeping ivory skirt\u003c\/strong\u003e embellished with hand-applied flowers in jewel-like shades of turquoise blue, lavender, rose, and yellow. Tiny green leaves weave among the dimensional blossoms, creating a richly decorative garland that continues around the skirt, wrists, bodice, and hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer stylized face features closed eyes, softly painted lips, and glossy dark hair, while one arm lifts dramatically overhead to support a large textured basket or vessel balanced upon her head. The exaggerated pose and flowing skirt give the piece wonderful movement from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe basket atop her head incorporates an opening designed for flowers or decorative display, making this piece both \u003cstrong\u003esculpture and functional figural vase\u003c\/strong\u003e. A second recessed opening within the sweeping skirt adds further dimension to the form and enhances its dramatic silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside is \u003cstrong\u003ehand-signed “Hedi Schoop,”\u003c\/strong\u003e identifying the celebrated Swiss-born artist and designer whose Hollywood studio became known for expressive figural ceramics during the golden age of California pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately 12 inches tall, this is a substantial and highly decorative piece with tremendous presence. Its bright yellow, creamy ivory, and multicolor floral palette feels especially at home in \u003cstrong\u003eHollywood Regency, Mid-Century Modern, maximalist, Palm Beach Regency, vintage glamour, and collected eclectic interiors\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA joyful, sculptural piece of California pottery with unmistakable personality — whimsical, glamorous, and wonderfully theatrical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hedi Schoop\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e California, USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1940s–1950s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glazed ceramic pottery\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-Century \/ California Pottery \/ Hollywood Regency \/ Figural Art Pottery\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ivory, yellow, blush pink, black, turquoise blue, lavender, rose, green\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 12\" H × 8\" W × 5.5\" D\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 2.28 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figural vase \/ flower holder \/ decorative sculpture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mint vintage condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, repairs, or damage observed. The glaze remains bright and glossy, and the dimensional applied floral decoration is beautifully intact. The piece presents exceptionally well for its age. Please review photos closely as they form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare and exuberant example of vintage Hedi Schoop pottery that feels less like a decorative accessory and more like a miniature piece of stagecraft.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eclectic Whimsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54533279940918,"sku":"Y1236","price":198.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/9155\/4102\/files\/hedischoopdaningladycaliforniapottery.png?v=1788981357","url":"https:\/\/eclecticwhimsydecor.com\/products\/vintage-hedi-schoop-dancing-lady-figural-vase-1940s-california-pottery","provider":"Eclectic Whimsy Decor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}