Antique Award-Winning John B. Owens Pottery Vase c. 1900 Leaf Design Gold, Green, Rust & Brown Glaze has a 3D effect. 6.5 in x 6.5 in Base, 2.5 in Top Weight 2 lbs Owens Pottery was founded by John B. Owens in 1885. Owens began producing art pottery in 1896 with the introduction of the Utopian line, which soon brought Owens Pottery to national acclaim, with several awards. Many, to this date, believe Owens Pottery remains undervalued in comparison to its better known competitors. The highest quality Owens’ piece rivals the art pottery produced by competing firms including Rookwood, Roseville, and Weller. It is believed that Owens ceased art pottery production in 1907. ***May have been Professionally repaired see images at mouth but I can't see it.***