Antique Rockingham Glaze Figural Monkey Art Pottery Bottle – Early 1900s

Antique Rockingham Glaze Figural Monkey Art Pottery Bottle

An uncommon early 20th-century figural art pottery bottle molded in the form of a seated monkey posed in thoughtful contemplation, one arm crossed over his lap and the other resting beneath his chin.

Finished in a rich Rockingham-style brown glaze, the surface displays the deep, lustrous tones characteristic of late 19th- and early 20th-century American art pottery. The sculptural form and expressive pose give the piece wonderful personality and presence beyond typical novelty wares.

Standing approximately 4 ¾ inches high by 2 ½ inches wide, the bottle closely resembles early figural monkey bottles associated with Ohio art potteries such as Roseville. During this period, many manufacturers produced similar figural designs, making exact attribution difficult.

The base bears an incised “G” inside a diamond mark. While the specific maker remains unidentified, the glaze, construction, and form are consistent with early American art pottery production.

Condition is very good antique condition with light age wear, including a few small rim chips and typical glaze pinholes from the firing process. The original cork remains intact, a nice period survival.

A desirable example for collectors of:

• Figural bottles
• American art pottery
• Rockingham glaze ceramics
• Whimsical or novelty antiques

✨ Collector's Note:  The base is marked with an incised “G” inside a diamond. While the exact maker has not been identified, marks of this type are typical of smaller American art pottery studios from the late 19th to early 20th century. The form and Rockingham glaze are stylistically comparable to figural pieces produced by Ohio art potteries such as Roseville and other regional makers of the period.