Pasadena-born. Phoenix energy. Ready to rule your shelf.
 
This bold and sculptural ceramic figure is vintage California cool at its finest. Made by Roselane of Pasadena, this piece—marked “283”—dates to the 1950s and was likely part of their striking TV lamp or figural line. With its abstracted rooster or phoenix form and rich, fiery drip glaze in reds, oranges, and golds, it’s not just decor—it’s a conversation starter.
 
Founded in 1938 by brothers William and George Fields, Roselane Pottery helped define mid-century West Coast ceramic art. Known for sleek, modernist forms and unexpected glazes, their work brought art into everyday living. Their Pasadena studio turned out an array of elegant vases, figurines, wall pockets, and yes—TV lamps—before relocating to Baldwin Park in 1968 and eventually closing shop in 1977.
 
The “283” model is a rarer find, especially in this dramatic glaze variation. While it may have originally served as a lamp base, it’s now a stunning sculptural accent with serious vintage cred.
 
Details:
Stamped: Roselane 283
Glaze: High-gloss, multi-tonal drip glaze in red, amber, and green
Height: Approx. 16.5” H x 7" long (at the base) and 4" deep (at the base)
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with expected wear on base and minor glaze imperfections that are original to the piece.
Origin: Pasadena, California
Era: 1950s