Auction 55, Bid & Bloom, April 7th
Tue, Apr 7, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 340
Vintage 1950s Gilner California Pottery "Happy Cannibals" Ceramic Trio
Estimate: $200 - $300
Starting Bid
$20
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $150 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $500 |
| $15,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
Description:
- Material: Hand-painted glazed ceramic/pottery.
- Era: Mid-Century Modern (Circa 1950-1955).
- Origin: Made in California, USA, by Gilner Studio Pottery.
- Details: A set of three expressive figures in various poses (standing, sitting, and reclining). Known for their distinctive high-gloss brown finish and exaggerated features typical of the period's caricature style.
- Condition Note: Collectors should look for original features like horsehair skirts or accessories (often missing in vintage examples) and check for common repairs at the neck or limbs
- Dimensions: 1X4X1 1X5X1 and 2X2X2
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