This Rare and Beautiful Vintage Baby Blue Swan planter vase was designed by Royal A. Hickman, chief designer at Haeger Potteries of Illinois between 1938-1944. Clearly signed on underside, this “signature” style was used by Haeger Potterey only during those six years. The Planter Vase is in Excellent condition. Clean inside and out, without chips, cracks or crazing. Likely never used, but for display.  Its Height is 7 1/2”; width is 8”. Underside clearly identifies this piece as mold # “R 182”.

Mr. Royal A. Hickman (1893-1969) joined Haeger Potteries in Dundee, IL in 1934 to design a line of art pottery branded as “Royal Haeger”. He was their chief designer from 1938 until leaving in 1944; during those years their art pottery was carried the signature on underside as “Royal Haeger by Royal Hickman. Made in U.S.A. R-… “.