Polia Pillin Vase with Women

Polia Pillin Art Pottery, Los Angeles, CA 1948-1992 Selling a large vintage vase made by Polia Pillin. Three hand-painted women; one dancing, one on horseback and one holding a flower. Multiple jewel-like glazes. Great condition; signed. There are reflections from lighting in photos. Polia Pillin was born in Poland in 1909 and immigrated to the United States when she was 15. Studying painting and sculpture, she met her husband William Pillin. They moved to Los Angeles in 1948 where she opened her pottery studio. Her style is often referred to as “Byzantine” with women, horses, birds, fish as subjects and using jewel-toned colors that makes her pieces very recognizable. 11” tall x 9” at the widest. Top opening = 3”. Base = 4” Excellent condition; signed