Lot 38

Wade of California Beige & Blue Glazed Apple Leaf Covered Casserole Dish with Sculptural Fruit Finial

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Wade of California Beige & Blue Glazed Apple Leaf Covered Casserole Dish with Sculptural Fruit Finial
Wade of California Beige & Blue Glazed Apple Leaf Covered Casserole Dish with Sculptural Fruit Finial
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Wade of California Beige & Blue Glazed Apple Leaf Covered Casserole Dish with Sculptural Fruit Finial

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by California Auction Company LLC
August 1, 2026 9:00 AM PDT
Live Auction
1212 E. Harding Way
Stockton, CA, US 95205

An attractive vintage covered casserole dish produced by the celebrated Wade of California, showcasing the company's signature blend of functional design and sculptural artistry. Executed in a softly mottled beige glaze with subtle blue-gray undertones, the domed lid is surmounted by an elegant arrangement of hand-modeled apples, leaves, and curling stems, creating a striking naturalistic finial that reflects the organic design aesthetic for which Wade of California became renowned. Founded in the mid-20th century, Wade of California earned a distinguished reputation for producing high-quality decorative and utilitarian ceramics that captured the relaxed elegance of California design. The firm's imaginative use of sculptural fruit and botanical motifs has made its wares enduring favorites among collectors of American art pottery and vintage kitchen ceramics. This covered casserole combines sculptural appeal with practical functionality. The generously proportioned vessel is ideal for serving at the table while also displaying beautifully as a decorative accent. The understated earth-toned glaze complements a wide range of interiors, while the finely modeled fruit finial provides an eye-catching focal point. A desirable example of Wade of California's distinctive craftsmanship, offering both decorative charm and everyday utility for collectors of vintage American pottery.

  • Literature: Comparable examples are illustrated in reference works and collector guides covering Wade of California art pottery and mid-century American ceramics. Similar fruit-finial casseroles were produced by Wade of California during the company's most collectible postwar production period.
  • Circa: Circa 1950s–1960s.
  • Condition: Very good vintage condition. Light surface wear and minor glaze irregularities consistent with age and manufacture. No visible cracks or significant chips observed. The applied apple and leaf finial appears intact. Please review all photographs carefully as they form an integral part of the condition report.

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