Hein Severijns – Monumental Hand-Thrown Stoneware Lidded Jar / Vase (1977) ​Recommended Auction Category: Ceramics & Glassware / Dutch Design & Post-War Art Ceramics ​Title ​Hein Severijns (1936–2023) – Rare, Large Hand-Thrown Stoneware Lidded Vase with Crystalline Glaze (1977) ​Expert Insight & Description ​Auction Expert’s Note: ​"Hein Severijns is globally recognized as one of the absolute master potters of high-temperature stoneware and porcelain featuring intricate crystalline glazes. Works from his sought-after early period—such as this monumental piece crafted in November 1977—demonstrate a powerful form combined with subtly layered earthy tones. Large, pristine lidded jars of this scale from the 1970s are exceptional market finds and remain highly prized by international collectors." ​Offered is an impressive, hand-thrown stoneware lidded jar / vase by the renowned Dutch master ceramist Hein Severijns (Reuver, Limburg). ​Dating from his acclaimed early period, this piece was fired at approximately 1280 °C. The vessel features a vibrant glaze structure in nuanced tones of green, ochre, and warm clay brown, subtly hinting at the refined crystalline structures that became Severijns' signature hallmark. ​The base is fully hand-incised with the signature and date by the master himself: "Hein Severijns nov. 1977". ​Specifications & Details ​Artist: Hein Severijns (1936–2023) ​Origin: Netherlands (Reuver, Limburg) ​Date: November 1977 (Signed) ​Material: Hand-thrown stoneware (high-fired at ~1280 °C) ​Type: Lidded Jar / Lidded Vase ​Glaze: Satin-matte speckled/crystalline glaze in green and ochre ​Height: approx. 29 cm ​Diameter: approx. 17 cm ​Weight: approx. 2,444 g ​Condition: Excellent collector/museum quality condition with no chips, cracks, or restorations.