A vintage Midcentury Modern white glazed globe vase made in Japan by Rubens Originals, mid 20th Century
12 May 2025
Description

Ruebens Japan. #1113. Porceline(?) cylindrical vase sets inside sphere of cutout trees and blossoms. Very good condition with small hairline fracture on rimof cylinder.

Dimensions

9" sphere

Acquired from
Inherited
For sale
Yes
Answered within 2 days
By Delia
May 14, 19:53 UTC
Fair Market Value
$200 - $300 USD
Suggested Asking Price $350 USD
What does this mean?

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

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