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American Art Pottery Planter or Vase Base — USA 'Design Pat. Pend.' Mark

1940s–1960s · USA (manufacturer unidentified — possibly McCoy, Haeger, or similar mid-century pottery maker)

Estimated value: $15–$60

American art pottery flourished in the mid-twentieth century as affordable, decorative home décor for the growing suburban middle class. Makers like McCoy, Haeger, and dozens of smaller regional potteries mass-produced planters, vases, and decorative vessels in vibrant glazes, riding a wave of post-war optimism and the houseplant craze that peaked in the 1950s and 1960s.

Value depends heavily on identifying the specific manufacturer, the form/shape of the piece, condition of the glaze, and desirability of the design — McCoy or Haeger pieces command higher prices than lesser-known makers.

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