Vintage Blue and White Nautical Porcelain Flower Brick / Tulip Vase
Unbranded (Likely Asian Import / Mass Production) · Art & Decor > Vases & Decorative Vessels
Era / Decade
1990s-2000s (Based on glaze finish, transferware print quality, and sticker style)
Material
Glazed Ceramic / Porcelain with blue transferware printed graphic
Condition
Very Good - Appears clean with no visible chips or cracks. Includes a thrift store price tag ($12.99) stuck on the side.
Demand Level
Moderate to Niche - Blue and white decor consistently holds steady appeal, especially in coastal or grandmillennial interior decorating circles.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$20.00 - $35.00 (Low: $15, Mid: $25, High: $35)
Estimated Retail Value
$35.00 - $50.00
Comparable Sales
Similar modern blue and white decorative ceramic flower bricks typically sell between $20 to $35 on eBay and Etsy.
Description
Charming blue and white nautical-themed ceramic flower brick and tulip vase. Features a curved semi-lunar body with decorative top openings for flower stems, plus three raised candleholder cups or larger stem holders. Adorned with classic maritime imagery including sailing ships, ship wheels, anchors, and seagulls. Measures approximately 8-10 inches wide.
Key Features
Popular blue and white grandmillennial decor style, unique flower brick / frog vase design, classic maritime nautical theme.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence as a decorative mass-market import piece, not an antique Delft piece. Features modern transferware printing rather than hand-painted detailing.
Flaws to Note
Thrift store adhesive price tag ($12.99) present on side that needs to be carefully removed. Minor glaze imperfections common in transferware ceramic pieces.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay, Etsy, or Facebook Marketplace for local pickup.
Selling Tips
Carefully remove the thrift store sticker using Goo Gone or rubbing alcohol before listing. Highlight 'Blue and White Porcelain', 'Flower Brick', 'Grandmillennial', and 'Nautical Maritime' in listing keywords. Take photos with faux or real flowers inserted to show functional styling.