Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
American
Gordon and Jane Martz were prominent designers and creators of simple, elegant, handcrafted ceramic goods. Their vintage mid-century modern designs for table lamps, floor lamps, chandeliers and pendants are daring but relaxed and make for versatile additions to any space.
Jane Martz’s grandmother established the family-owned American lampshades company Marshall Studios in Indianapolis, Indiana, in 1922. Jessie “Muz” Marshall produced hand-painted lampshades out of her home, then expanded to include lamp bases made of wood. The business later moved to Veedersburg. After studying at New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University, Gordon and Jane joined the company in the early 1950s and stepped in to run Marshall Studios after it had been managed by Jane’s parents. Gordon and Jane instilled the brand with fresh energy and new ideas. They introduced innovative modernist stoneware lamps, decorative accessories and more that became immediately popular with new homeowners of the era. Later, there was a return to lamp bases made solely of wood, and floor lamps, bookends and tables with tile tops appeared in the company catalogs.
The Marshall Studios M101 lamp was featured in the Museum of Modern Art’s “Good Design” exhibit in 1953, which also featured the work of other mid-century luminaries such as Jens Risom, Paul McCobb, George Nelson and more.
Gordon and Jane explored color and texture at the company during the 1950s and ‘60s and continued the rich legacy of craftsmanship for which Marshall Studios had become known. The manufacturer secured government contracts and their works were featured in Interiors magazine. Etchings and other decoration continued to be done by hand, and Jane eventually also took an interest in the fabric and textiles used to hand-cover the paper shades, producing a complementary line of hand-woven pillows and other goods.
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Creator: Gordon & Jane Martz
Jane and Gordon Martz Large Ceramic Bowl for Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A large scale bowl by Jane and Gordon martz for Marshall studios. Largely known for execution of lamps, the ceramicist duo also did a number of bowls and vases. Offered here is a very large bowl...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic Vide Poche or Catchall for Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A nice vide poche or catchall tray with floral motif by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall studios. Largely known for execution of lamps, the ceramicist duo also did a number of othe...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic Vase for Marshall Studios
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A large vase designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. Famous for their highly desirable ceramic table lamps, offered here is a ceramic vase. Wonderful white and tan (u...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic Vide Poche or Catchall for Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A nice vide poche or catchall tray by Jane and Gordon martz for Marshall studios. Largely known for execution of lamps, the ceramicist duo also did a number of other items.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Dish Marshall Studios, 1960's. A great design.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Jane and Gordon Martz Pottery Ceramic Dish Catch All
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Dish, tray, or catch-all by Jane and Gordon Martz for their company, Marshall Studios. Natural clay, brushed multicolor glaze in a geometric pattern. Hand-signed underneath Marshall ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray Marshall Studios, 1960's
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Jane & Gordon Martz Decorative Ceramic Tray / Dish, Marshall Studios, 1960's. Very good original condition. Signed to the bottom.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Ceramic
Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic Vide Poche or Catchall for Marshall Studios
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A nice vide poche or catchall tray with floral design by Jane and Gordon martz for Marshall studios. Largely known for execution of lamps, the ceramicist duo also did a number of oth...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Ceramic
Jane and Gordon Martz Footed Bowl for Marshall Studios
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A large footed bowl produced by Marshall Studios, circa 1970s. Would work nicely as a center bowl/fruit bowl. Marshall Studios was the infamous company which produced countless lamps...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Gordon Jane Martz Marshall Studios Art Pottery Green Oval Tray
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Gordon Jane Martz Marshall Studios Art Pottery Green Oval Plate
signed
.75 h x 6.5 w x 5 d
Preowned vintage
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Gordon and Jane Martz Collection of Ceramic Vases
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A collection of four small vases designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. Famous for their lamps, Jane and Gordon designed many different household ceramic items.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Ceramic
Gordon and Jane Martz Ceramic Vase, Marshall Studios, 1960s
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A large round vase designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. Famous for their highly desirable ceramic table lamps, offered here is a ceramic vase. Wonderful rose/ blus...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Ceramic
Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic Bowl for Marshall Studios
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A large scale bowl by Jane and Gordon martz for Marshall studios. Largely known for execution of lamps, the ceramicist duo also did a number of bowls and vases. Offered here is a very large bowl...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Ceramic
Large Martz Centerpiece Bowl by Jane and Gordon Martz, Marshall Studios, Ceramic
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A very large centerpiece bowl designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. The couple is known for their ceramics lamps, but they als...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Ceramic
Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios Large Ceramic Vase
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A large vase designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios in a blush/ rose glaze. Famous for their highly desirable ceramic table lamps, offered here is a ceramic vase. Won...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Vintage Midcentury Ceramic Ashtray by Gordon & Jane Martz
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful, vintage ceramic ashtray. This piece dates to the 1960s and presents a great condition. Shades of browns and beige spiral within its ...
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1960s American American Craftsman Vintage Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Ceramic
Hippo Decor by Gordon and Jane Martz
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular hippo sculpture designed by Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios USA, c. 1955
glazed stoneware with sgraffito. Absolutely wonderful decorative piece. In great condi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Ceramic
Jane & Gordon Martz, Vase, Incised Ceramic, Marshal Studios, 1960s
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in High Point, NC
A vase designed by husband and wife duo Jane & Gordon Martz. Produced by Marshall Studios, Indianapolis.
The ceramic body is slip-cast and then dipped into glaze.
Jane & Gord...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Ceramic
Jane and Gordon Martz Vase for Marshall Studios
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A well proportioned vase produced by Marshall Studios, circa 1970s. This one with a glazed white body with incised unglazed swirls.
Marshall Studios was the infamous company which p...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios Ceramic Vase
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A large round vase designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. Famous for their highly desirable ceramic table lamps, offered here is a ceramic vase. Wonderful white and ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gordon & Jane Martz Decorative Objects
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Jane and Gordon Martz Tray/Dish #137 for Marshalls Studios, 1970
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Gordon & Jane Martz decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Gordon & Jane Martz decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Gordon & Jane Martz decorative objects, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects by Gordon & Jane Martz were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Marshall Studios, Arthur Umanoff, and Warren MacKenzie. Prices for Gordon & Jane Martz decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $120 and can go as high as $2,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,400.
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