Vintage wall pocket

Vintage earthenware "wall pocket" vase depicting a bird on a seashell. It is finished with a characteristic iridescent pearl glaze, also known as lusterware. Characteristics and provenance Provenance: Manufactured in the former Czechoslovakia, probably between 1919 and 1939. Design: The vase shows a bird with a red beak, somewhat worn, resting on a white spiral shell supported by an orange coral- or branch-like base. Markings: Such pieces are often marked on the back with a red stamp "Made in Czecho-Slovakia" and a serial number, such as 6080. Dimensions: The height of this specific model is typically about 15 cm (6 inches). Use This type of ceramic was popular as wall decoration in the first half of the 20th century. It is designed to hang on a wall and can be used as a small vase for (dried) flowers or as a decorative "pocket" for small items. Collector's item. There are many different ones to collect. Looks beautiful in a group on the wall.