Original vintage ceramic petri stone sculpture by sculptor Eric Burtis (1884-1960). This finely sculpted pot is made in three pieces, the main body which is plain, an internal lid and and external decorative lid. This is made from "petri stone" in California by Eric Burtis in 1945 and depicts a naked lady wrapped sensually around the top. Signed on the bottom by the maker with a date this piece dates to 1945. This may have been used either as a cookie jar or more likely a tobacco jar.
Signed on the side: Eric Burtis 45
Label underneath: A hand made replica in 'Petri Stone' trade mark made in California Aphrodite pat. pend
This would make a great addition to any library decor, kitchen as a cookie jar or smokers cabinet as a humidor.
MEASUREMENTS
Ceramic sculpture measure 10.5" tall by 9" deep by 9" wide and weighs 9lb 2oz.
CONDITION
In good condition overall with some patina commensurate with age with no damage (please see all pictures as they form part of the condition description).
Our Story
Yesteryear Essentials is a local, independent family run antiques store in Los Angeles, CA. It was established in 2011 by me (Pearse) and my wife (Sinead).
Every weekend we can be found at local estate sales, auction houses and flea markets searching for unique art, quality antiques and interesting collectibles to add to our store.
Whether you are looking to enhance your home decor or are an avid collector, we try to have something wonderful in stock for everyone.
Please contact us with any questions you may have.
Pearse & Sinead <3 <3
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Original vintage ceramic petri stone sculpture by sculptor Eric Burtis (1884-1960). This finely sculpted pot is made in three pieces, the main body which is plain, an internal lid and and external decorative lid. This is made from "petri stone" in California by Eric Burtis in 1945 and depicts a naked lady wrapped sensually around the top. Signed on the bottom by the maker with a date this piece dates to 1945. This may have been used either as a cookie jar or more likely a tobacco jar.
Signed on the side: Eric Burtis 45
Label underneath: A hand made replica in 'Petri Stone' trade mark made in California Aphrodite pat. pend
This would make a great addition to any library decor, kitchen as a cookie jar or smokers cabinet as a humidor.
MEASUREMENTS
Ceramic sculpture measure 10.5" tall by 9" deep by 9" wide and weighs 9lb 2oz.
CONDITION
In good condition overall with some patina commensurate with age with no damage (please see all pictures as they form part of the condition description).
Our Story
Yesteryear Essentials is a local, independent family run antiques store in Los Angeles, CA. It was established in 2011 by me (Pearse) and my wife (Sinead).
Every weekend we can be found at local estate sales, auction houses and flea markets searching for unique art, quality antiques and interesting collectibles to add to our store.
Whether you are looking to enhance your home decor or are an avid collector, we try to have something wonderful in stock for everyone.
Please contact us with any questions you may have.
Pearse & Sinead <3 <3