Mid-century California at the table — four bowls, built to last a lifetime.
These soup crocks from the California USA Pottery era are the kind of find collectors quietly hope for. Crafted in off-white ceramic with a subtle linear pattern, each bowl has dual ear handles and a fitted lid with a linear knob and a small notch cut out for a spoon — a thoughtful detail that speaks to how seriously these were designed for daily use. Marked "Calif USA 857" on the base, they're perfect for French onion soup, bisque, stew, consommé, individual pot pies, or casseroles — equally at home on a farmhouse table or a carefully curated vintage spread.
A generous gift for the California pottery collector or the entertainer who loves a cohesive, storied set. We also carry a similar set of 2 in the same mold number, with a round button knob and no spoon notch — browse our shop to compare.
Maker: California USA Pottery, mold #857
Material: Ceramic
Origin: Made in USA (California)
Vintage: 1940s
Quantity: Set of 4
Dimensions: 3¾" tall (with lid) × 6½" wide (handle to handle) × 4" inside diameter. Holds ~10.67 oz.
Note: Linear knob lid with spoon-notch cutout (distinguishes from the Set of 2 listing)
Condition: Very good vintage. One bowl has a minor rim chip. No other chips or cracks on bowls or lids. Shown in photos.
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