Five Unique Vintage Vases
French Canning Jar
One of my favorite things to do is to grab a coffee and head out to a flea market or local antique mall.
As someone who sold antiques for years, I still find myself looking for unique finds and one of a kind vintage treasures.
These treasures were once something I sourced from all over the country to sell and now I get to style and photograph them.
The first one is a beautiful French Canning Jar.
It is in mint condition and if I’m not using it for prop styling it sits beside my farmhouse sink.
Antique Stoneware
The next one is an antique stoneware crock.
These are definitely a collector’s item and if you’re looking for one research your prices so you know when you find a good deal.
With a crock, I add a vase inside for the water.
Antique Whiskey Bottle
This is a rare Antique Old Ripy Whiskey Bottle.
I found this one and two others at a flea market a few years ago.
My husband spotted them in a booth that had a bit of everything and not at all styled.
You never know what you’ll find within the spaces so venture in and dig a bit.
It has a slight pink hue and is a fun piece to use for your home or prop styling.
Antique Ironstone
You can’t beat a pretty piece of ironstone.
While I won’t say I collect only one thing…I do have several pieces of ironstone displayed in my home.
With ironstone, I look for crazing and not pure white.
Crazing is the fine crackle lines and browning…I’m fussy on the crazing since it is something I look for.
A beautiful piece of ironstone is pricey, however, I love the charm and character.
Vintage Blue Bottle
Last but certainly not least is a vintage blue bottle.
I purchased this for $2 at a flea market.
It was the detail that I loved for prop styling.
As you venture out to flea markets, antique malls, online shopping like Etsy or eBay.
Remember that a beautiful piece does not mean you need to spend a great deal of money.
When it comes to vintage prop styling for photography I look for detail.
It is the character and charm of each piece that adds soul to a home or a photo.
What is your favorite vintage vase?
Kindly, xo
Jane
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I love all of these vases Jane!
Your description of what you look for in Ironstone, helped me realize what it was I don’t like about my one large ironstone jug. It’s too white! That clinched the deal for me. I’ve been considering selling it in my booth. Now, I know I will sell it and look for one I love. 🙂
I love that you realized what you did not care for in your piece from reading my thoughts.
I believe this is the fun part about looking for a vintage piece…no two are alike!
Have fun looking for your next ironstone piece, xo
I love all of them but my fave is the antique whiskey bottle. I often use an old milk bottle. Your posts often remind me to go outside and cut fresh flowers for our church. Thanks for sharing ♡
I also love using old milk bottles, Lynn! The advertisement is so unique.
I hope you do cut some flowers…these blooms are all from our flower garden.
much love to you, xo
I love that we collectors remember the story about finding a piece. Do you ever forget where you bought something? I do sometimes, and I wonder how that’s even possible because I’m pretty intentional these days on what I’m taking home. Love your beautiful finds!
I agree, Sara that the story about finding the piece is often what I remember the most…I have some interesting stories!
thank you for visiting, xo
I love the Whiskey bottle one because it is so unexpected and has a unique rugged beauty to it when you put flowers in it! Beautiful post Jane! I love to use groupings of old milk bottles but my favorite vase is a heavy cut crystal vase my dad gave me long ago. It never tips over!
I have to be drawn to something, not necessarily for the value but for how it makes me feel. I love the ironstone vase, because I want to wake up to this. Nothing fussy, but placed to bring joy. The vase could be worth a fortune, but as photographed, one could see the flowers picked, the vase casually selected and placed to brighten a room, a life. They are all lovely, Margaret!
beautiful words, Margaret!
I agree with you…I’m drawn to something for several reasons and the value is not one of them.
Love that you think of the joy and nothing fussy!