Description
Ceramic pendant lamp designed by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios as part of the "236" series of hanging lights (ca. 1960s, Veedersburg Indiana, USA).
Beehive-form perforated stoneware shade with swirl pattern in attractive matte earth tone hues of brown, reddy-brown, cream, and taupe .
Retains its original black lacquered metal finial and hardware which, along with the cord, measures over 8' long. Newly rewired.
Very good, vintage condition with only light scuffs to ceramic and minor paint loss to chain/ring, as shown.
First appears in the 1960s Marshall Studios Catalog #17 (see images).
Ceramic fixture alone: H: (without metal ring): 11.5" H: (including metal ring): 13.5" x Diameter: 8.5"
Approximately 8-9' of chain and cord.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good, vintage condition with only light scuffs to ceramic and minor paint loss to chain/ring, as shown.
Dimensions:
Height: 13.5 in.
Width: 8.5 in.
Depth: 8.5 in.
Category: Pendant Lighting
Origin: United States
Materials: Ceramic
Creator: Brand: Marshall Studios; Designer: Gordon & Jane Martz
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Beehive-form perforated stoneware shade with swirl pattern in attractive matte earth tone hues of brown, reddy-brown, cream, and taupe .
Retains its original black lacquered metal finial and hardware which, along with the cord, measures over 8' long. Newly rewired.
Very good, vintage condition with only light scuffs to ceramic and minor paint loss to chain/ring, as shown.
First appears in the 1960s Marshall Studios Catalog #17 (see images).
Ceramic fixture alone: H: (without metal ring): 11.5" H: (including metal ring): 13.5" x Diameter: 8.5"
Approximately 8-9' of chain and cord.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good, vintage condition with only light scuffs to ceramic and minor paint loss to chain/ring, as shown.
Dimensions:
Height: 13.5 in.
Width: 8.5 in.
Depth: 8.5 in.
Category: Pendant Lighting
Origin: United States
Materials: Ceramic
Creator: Brand: Marshall Studios; Designer: Gordon & Jane Martz
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Very good, vintage condition with only light scuffs to ceramic and minor paint loss to chain/ring, as shown.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Vintage Matte Stoneware "Beehive" Pendant Lamp by Jane and Gordon Martz
Estimate $1,100-$3,300
Starting Price
$800
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Well Collected: Vintage, Art & Interiors II
May 22, 2026 7:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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