Lot # 10 - Molten Majesty: Ralph Majene’s White & Gold Vessel, 1989”

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 03-Sep-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 10-Sep-2025 7:09:00 PM
Current bid:

$29.00

Highest bidder:

Martyone

Auction has ended

Description :

Artist: Ralph Majene Though little public biographical information is available on Ralph Majene, this signed vessel dated 1989 suggests a designer with a keen eye for sculptural form and contrast. His work here leans toward postmodern ceramic artistry—favoring texture, asymmetry, and metallic accenting over traditional symmetry or glaze uniformity. The name appears rarely in public auction records, which may indicate a regional or studio-based practice, adding intrigue and rarity to the piece.


Vessel Overview- A visually arresting white and gold ceramic vessel, wide and shallow in profile, with a flame-like rim finished in reflective gold. The matte white body contrasts dramatically with the molten-edge effect, creating a piece that feels both organic and architectural. Dated 1989, it reflects late-20th-century decorative trends that embraced sculptural ceramics as standalone art objects.

Specifications:

  • Length: 7 inches

  • Width: 16.5 inches

  • Material: Ceramic (unconfirmed)

  • Finish: White glaze with gold embellishment

  • Profile: Wide and shallow—ideal for mantles, consoles, or gallery-style shelving

Collector Notes:

  • Vintage studio piece with bold visual impact

  • Elegant neutral palette with luxury accents

  • Lightweight and display-friendly

  • Signed and dated, adding provenance appeal


Auction History

Highest bidder is Martyone

Date Bid User
10-Sep-2025 8:41:49 AM $29.00 Martyone
09-Sep-2025 7:01:49 PM $26.00 HawkDoc
09-Sep-2025 2:01:46 PM $22.00 TEE
09-Sep-2025 7:24:45 AM $19.00 K2lips
09-Sep-2025 7:24:28 AM $16.00 HawkDoc
09-Sep-2025 7:24:28 AM $15.00 K2lips
07-Sep-2025 8:53:56 PM $11.00 HawkDoc
03-Sep-2025 8:07:57 PM $10.00 K2lips
03-Sep-2025 8:07:57 PM $10.00 Schmeahdaleah
03-Sep-2025 8:07:49 PM $8.00 K2lips
03-Sep-2025 8:07:49 PM $7.00 Schmeahdaleah
03-Sep-2025 5:18:24 PM $5.00 K2lips

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