Roseville Pottery, c.1950 “Capri Shell” 13″ Shell Console, mold # c1120-12, $250.00

After a two month hiatus we will be bringing some great new ceramic finds to the Long Beach Flea Market on Sunday, January 20th. The Long Beach Antique Market  is held in the Veteran’s Stadium parking lot just off Lakewood Boulevard at Conant Street and is open from 6:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Visit the Long Beach Antique Market website for a discount entrance fee coupon.  Billy Blue Eye Pottery is located in space # A-853.  Look for our familiar green and white tent. We will have over 225 ceramic and stoneware items available and promise that there will be many newly found items to tempt you with.  We look forward to seeing you there!

Red Wing Pottery, c.1950′s 7.75″ Loop Handled Vase with Acanthus Leaves & original label, mold # 1357, $75.00

As some of you may know, I had knee surgery in November and post surgery I unfortunately developed blood clots in my leg and lungs. I am on the road to recovery but I am unable to attend the December Long Beach Flea Market.  We will be back in January and hope that you’ll stop by and see the treasures we have found during these last two months. I sincerely want to thank all of you that sent get well wishes they were and are appreciated. May you all be blessed with happiness, good health and the love of friends and family in the New Year.

Michael Horvath

Red Wing Pottery, c.1938-45 8.5″ Pair of Art Deco Inspired Candleholders in Coral, mold # 981, $125.00 pair

It is that time of year again and Billy Blue Eye has left no rock unturned to find some creative, unusual and of course beautiful ceramics perfectly suited for Holiday gift giving. Be the first to see our 2012 discoveries on Sunday, November 18th at the Long Beach Antique & Collectible Market.

Beswick Pottery of England, c.1938-54 Designed by Mr. Symcox in 1938, 9″ x 6.5″ Art Deco Candy Dish/Tray, mold # 627, $85.00

The Long Beach Antique Market  is held in the Veteran’s Stadium parking lot just off Lakewood Boulevard at Conant Street and is open from 6:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Visit the Long Beach Antique Market website for a discount entrance fee coupon.  Billy Blue Eye Pottery is located in space # A-853.  Look for our familiar green and white tent. We will have over 225 ceramic and stoneware items available and we offer free gift boxes and a liberal exchange policy.

It is hard to believe that here we are once again approaching the holiday season. Each one of us at Billy Blue Eye wish to thank all of our loyal collectors and friends for making our job so enjoyable. We sincerely appreciate your business and wish you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving.

Scheurich of Germany, c.1960′s 9″ Mid-Century Lava Glazed Vase/Ewer by Heinz Siery Mold #271-22, $69.00 SOLD

Last week I took a funny step down on my left leg and heard a”pop” which was followed by intense pain and an inability to walk or put any of my, well let’s just say, over 200 pounds weight on it.  After a trip to the ER on Monday it turns out that I sprained my knee and have spent the better part of this last week in bed, in a medication fog and only able to get around on crutches.  The parting words from the ER nurses mouth were, “Remember, a sprain can take longer and be more painful than a break”,  and no truer words have ever been spoken.

Weller Pottery, c.1934-39 “Panella” 8″ x 7″ Wall Pocket with Nasturtiums, superb condition $195.00 SOLD

Of course this  makes it impossible for me to set up shop today in Tustin but come rain, or sleet, or dark of night, I will be healed and ready to see all of you on November 25th in Tustin or the week before, November 18th in Long Beach. We have recently acquired a number of great items and look forward to assisting you in your holiday shopping.  If you are looking for something in particular, e-mail us and we will be happy to assist in finding that special item. Best wishes to all of you and thank you for your continued interest and support of Billy Blue Eye.

The Bennetts of California c.1949 “Serpentine” Series 8″ Vase – Mold #206,  $125.00

It is with great pleasure that we announce that we will be at the Long Beach Antique and Collectible Market today, Sunday, October 21st.  After a seven week hiatus we look forward to showing you, our valuable customers and friends all the newest treasures  we have recently acquired.  Although under strict “rest” restrictions these past two months we were still able to uncover some terrific vases from all of your favorite potteries and from some newly discovered ones as well. Let me take this moment to thank those that sent “get well” wishes. The reports of my demise were greatly exaggerated (as well they should be!) and I am feeling terrific.

Roseville Pottery, c.1945, 8.25″ Double Handled Urn, Mold #196-8, $295.00 SOLD

The Long Beach Antique Market  is held in the Veteran’s Stadium parking lot just off Lakewood Boulevard at Conant Street and is open from 6:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Visit the Long Beach Antique Market website for a discount entrance fee coupon.  Billy Blue Eye Pottery is located in space # A-853.  Look for our familiar green and white tent. We will have over 225 ceramic and stoneware items available and promise that there will be many newly found items to tempt you with.  We look forward to seeing you there!

Stangl Pottery of Trenton, New Jersey, c.1935-37 7″ Ribbed Ball Vase in Tangerine with Green Interior, $115.00 SOLD

Red Wing Pottery, c.1950′s 7.25″ Loop Handled Vase with Acanthus Leaves, Mold #1357, $58.00 SOLD

The 2012 dog days of summer have been hot, hotter and well, forgive me, some of the hottest in recent memory. When the temperature rises though it seems one can keep it cool by finding some incredible treasures  at the Long Beach Antique Market.

Stangl Pottery, c.1940-50 Pair of 3.5″ x 6.25″ Calla Lily Candle holders from the “Terra Rose” group, $89.00. SOLD

The Long Beach Antique Market  is held in the Veteran’s Stadium parking lot just off Lakewood Boulevard at Conant Street and is open from 6:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Visit the Long Beach Antique Market website for a discount entrance fee coupon.

Stangl Pottery, c.1941 (only year of production) 11.5″ Daisy Vase from the “Terra Rose” Group, $175.00. SOLD

Billy Blue Eye Pottery is located in space # A-853.  Look for our familiar green and white tent. We will have over 250 ceramic and stoneware items available and promise that there will be many cool deals to be had. We look forward to seeing you there!

Catalina Pottery c.1937-43 by Gladding-McBean, 9.5″ Petal Vase in Coral with Turquoise Interior, mold # C339, $150.00

Come beat the heat with some cool finds at The Jamestown Vintage Flea Market   where 50 plus vendors set up shop today, July 22nd.  It is held in the parking lot of 474 El Camino Real, Tustin from 8:00 AM until 3:00 PM.

As always, Billy Blue Eye will have some great selections from all of your favorite pottery companies like Roseville, Red Wing, Van Briggle, Hull, McCoy, Weller, Beswick and many more.  Look for our green and white tent and mention this Catalina vase to receive an additional 5% savings on your selection. Remember the “secret” words for today are: “Catalina Vase”.

We hope to see you there!

Original Ceramic Work by John Kemety (Australian), c.1960′s 5″ x 7″ Hand thrown Vase/Bowl with engraved band, signed by artist, $159.00 SOLD

Our next event is the Long Beach Antique Market on Sunday, July 15th. The Long Beach show is a terrific way to spend a lazy, summer Sunday by taking a trip back in time.

Camark Pottery (Camden, Arkansas), c.1935-50 9″x 4″ Shell Finish Bowl with Tassel Handles-”Scratch-ware” made w/wire brush, $68.00

The Long Beach Antique Market  is held in the Veteran’s Stadium parking lot just off Lakewood Boulevard at Conant Street and is open from 6:00 AM until 2:00 PM. (Visit the Long Beach Antique Market website for a discount entrance fee coupon.)  We are in space #A853, we hope to see you there!

Hull Pottery, c. 1958-60 “Tokay & Tuscany” 8″ Basket, mold # 6, $85.00

For me Hull’s strength has always been it’s ability to capture a piece of Americana expressed through classic roots as displayed in their “Tokay and Tuscany” line which for me is an American interpretation of Classic Italian forms and design.  Look at the “Parchment and Pine” series and you see a nod to the American West with boot shaped pitchers decorated with pine cones and rolled parchment deeds.

Hull Pottery, c. 1951-54 “Parchment & Pine” 14.25″ Ewer, Mold # S-7, $170.00

Hull Pottery remained in business until 1986 and created not only sophisticated ceramic pieces but also playful utilitarian items. You can see a display of Hull’s work offered for sale today, June 24th at The Jamestown Vintage Flea Market   where 50 plus vendors set up shop at 474 El Camino Real, Tustin from 8:00 AM until 3:00 PM.  Look for our green and white tent, we hope to see you there!

Hull Pottery, c. 1958-60 “Tokay & Tuscany” 10.5″ Moonbasket Vase, Mold #11, $150.00

Diana Pottery of Sydney, Australia, c.1950′s 8″ x 7.5″ Art Deco Inspired Wall Pocket mold #W-2, $140.00

On this Father’s Day 2012 Billy Blue Eye invites you to join us  at the Long Beach Antique Market.  Whether you are celebrating your birth Father, the Father figure in your life or the Fatherhood you share with your friends and loved ones the Antique Market will make for a fun trip down memory lane.

Diana Pottery of Sydney, Australia, c.1940′s 6.5″ Art Deco Pitcher, $110.00

The Long Beach Antique Market  is held in the Veteran’s Stadium parking lot just off Lakewood Boulevard at Conant Street and is open from 6:00 AM until 2:00 PM. (Visit the Long Beach Antique Market website for a discount entrance fee coupon.)  We are in space #A853 under our familiar green and white tent.

Bennets Adalaide Pottery, Australia, c.1930′s 11″ Canoe Vase with three flower frogs, $149.00 SOLD

Billy Blue Eye will have over 300 ceramic and stoneware items for sales from all of your favorite pottery manufacturers including Roseville, Weller, Van Briggle, McCoy, Beswick and a terrific selection of ceramic goods from Down Under – Australia. We hope to see you there.