Hi Sue,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.

Rubens Originals was a mid-20th-century American company renowned for its whimsical and collectible ceramic pieces. Established in Los Angeles, California, Rubens Originals designed a variety of decorative items, including planters, vases, figurines, lighting and head vases. While the designs originated in the U.S., the actual production was outsourced to Japan, a common practice during the 1950s and 1960s due to Japan's skilled craftsmanship and cost-effective manufacturing.

These are not considered rare - when they come to auction, they usually sell for between $200-300.

Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A vintage Midcentury Modern white glazed globe vase
made in Japan by Rubens Originals, mid 20th Century
Of circular section and globular form, with removeable cylindrical insert and pierced sides in a stylized foliate pattern, marked to the underside with original factory foil sticker.
Diameter: 9 inches
CONDITION: This appears to be in good condition; value assumes no breaks, repairs or losses
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$ 200-300*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, or questions/concerns, and thank you again for using Mearto.
~ Delia