Haeger ceramic figurine
In 1871, the same year of the great Chicago fire, a young German immigrant named David H. Haeger founded the company originally known as the Dundee Brickyard. Over the next 130 years under four generations of family leadership, this small town brickmaker was to become America’s oldest and largest production pottery. The firm began producing artware in 1914, and the contributions of former Fulper employee Martin Stangl to its success is probably incalculable.
In 1938 design genius Royal Hickman joined the company to introduce an extraordinary line of artware, called Royal Haeger. Hickman’s work was daringly intricate with smooth, flowing lines and highly original glazes.
Some of his designs reflected an Art Deco influence. Public demand for Royal Haeger artware was immediate and strong. Royal Hickman’s world-acclaimed designs included his famous black panther, a sleek elongated cat, first produced in 1941 and offered in three sizes.
Another distinguished chief designer was Eric Olsen, whose career with Haeger spanned 25 years (1947-1972). Olsen’s many contributions to the Royal Haeger line included his magnificent bull figure, produced in 1955. Haeger became recognized for its striking designs ranging from the dramatic to the whimsical. As America’s oldest and largest producer of pottery, Haeger have produced a diversity of products including dinnerware, but have become especially known for vases, figurines, miniature animals, birds, flowers and lamps – as well as other unusual and useful accessories of exquisite taste and have continually attracted the attention of collectors worldwide.
Haeger Red Bull figurine by Nigel Olsen
Arched couple figurine – Haeger
Elephant Planter with Rider
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Abstract decorated vase – Haeger
Boy carrying goose figurine – Royal Haeger
17 inches height
Designer: Eric Olsen – Green Buddha – Haeger
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Art Deco Vase
Royal Hickman – Sailor with Anchor
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‘Dolphin Planter’ by Eric Olson
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‘Temple Goddess” – Eric Olsen.
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‘Thunder and Lightning’, Walnut Glaze, 1954
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Royal Haeger ‘Dragon Bowl with Jewelled Lady’
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Green Agate Glaze Fountain
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Vintage Royal Haeger Orange Vase
Haeger Petal Louvre Lamp
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Haeger Mermaid
Three flying geese
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Vintage Royal Haeger Rooster
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Tall Haeger Geometric Lamps with free form bowl.
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Art Deco giraffe vase – Royal Haeger
Mid-Century Modern Pottery Lamps by Royal Haeger
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Haeger vase
Red flared long neck vase – Haeger
Royal Haeger Art Deco Ceramic Antelope Gazelle Statue
Leda and the Swan
Haeger Pottery vase From the Adam and Eve collection 1914 – 1933
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Royal Haeger Gold Tweed Vase
Vintage Royal Haeger Peacock Vase
Vintage HAEGER Pottery Figural Cleopatra Isis Lamp
Black giselle – Royal Haeger
Tall long neck orange peel vase
Royal Haeger vintage ewer
60’s
Haeger jug with earth wrap glaze
Vintage Pale Blue Vase – Haeger USA
Haeger Mid Century modern earth drip candle holder
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Haeger claims that their famous glazes are frequently imitated but never successfully copied. The glaze covering the artware must be perfectly mixed and blended; hard and durable when fired, without cracks. Above all, the color must be clear and lustrous. Careful dipping assures a uniform coating of the bisque. In 2011 haeger celebrated their 140th anniversary and vowed to continue their dedication to innovative design and quality craftsmanship.
37 Comments
I see you’ve used many of my pics, some you’ve given me credit for. Would have been nice if all my pics were labeled Haegernerd at flickr but thanks for giving some credit. I’m a Haeger lover and like your website!
I apologize for the oversight, I will check which ones were missed and insert the credits. Cheers and thanks…Robbie
I own the Royal Hickman lady riding the fish (your first photo). Yours is the only picture of this piece that I’ve found so far. Do you know the year, value, etc? Mine also has a large shallow bowl that the figure rests in.
I have a piece that belonged to my mother, it says on the bottom
ROYAL HAEGER
R 476
US
By (not sure about that second letter) ROYAL (and maybe a signature can’t quite make it it out… Could be) Mc (something)
It’s blue with a purple fleck that is more concentrated on the top. Its low and oblong and was used by my mother at a flower show where she won first place with the arrangement. In the early ’40’s
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I have a vase with a sticker “GENUINE Haeger”. It is a light green antelope looking over it’s shoulder, Art Deco style. I would like to know more about this piece. What is the best place to start this search?
I have a Haeger elephant planter lamp. My mother says they purchased it in a store brand new but I can only find the planter but not as a lamp. It does not look like to have been made by someone and it was purchased as new Do you know if there is such a lamp in Haeger
I have a royal heager mermaid, with the 23K gold tweed, but her tail is curled up and touching the mermaid’s head. is it as valuable as the one in the picture?
I have an amber colored rooster marked royal haeger USA r 1762 19.5 inches tall. I can not find a picture or any information. Would you know I anything about it?
I have a royal haeger brown vase with leaves on the base. Model number is 433-H. Also on the bottom is hand written “Love, and Peace, Sal” This was written before any finish was put on the vase. Could you tell me more about this vase?
I have the large (at least 19″ in height) of the Gazelle in with the horn curved, landing on its back, and spiraling upwards in the middle of its back. It is ebony. Can you give me an estimate of its age and worth please.
I have a pair of the Cleopatra Isis lamps. I grew up thinking they were bookends. Where would I go to find out their value?
Check out the Royal Haeger petal Louvre lamp I have for sale on eBay just like the one pictured above.
I have a dark, bluish green, large vase with vertical leaves on the near bottom. it is imprinted on the underside, Royal Haegar USA 424. Anyone have any information on this. thanks.
I have an amazing mermaid lamp that has the Royal Haeger gold label on it. The lamp is large the mermaid is a grayish hue on a giant dark green shell. The lamp shade and finial are also intact. I am unable to find any information onthis lamp.check it out! http://my.hgtv.com/cash-cari/Funky-Mermaid/detail.esi?oid=23525303
Have a Grey Royal Haeger gray Vase light green inside marked on the bottom R446 USA it is 14″tall has like a grey flower on bottom. My neighbor who had many antiques gave me a pair of them, but one of my sons broke one, do you know what year they were made and of what valve? Would appreciate your help. Thanking you advance. Becky
I have a Royal Hickman yellow like ceramic figurine that looks like a horse and has small opening across top of it and on inside of bottom of it has th enumber235. Can you please tell me what it is. I have had it for about 50 years and bought it at garage sale.
Thank You, Millie Mednansky [email protected]
I have a Royal Haeger Canada bud vase, 61618. This piece has an awesome orange and green, with a splash or red and white glaze patterning. At the base, it resembles a geode. Does anyone know what the glaze name is? I’d also like to know something of the RH Canadian history.
Would be happy o post a picture but haven’t seen a way to do so.
Hi Lindy,
You got the number upside down. It’s R1919. I would have to see a picture in order to know what the glaze is called.
I have 2 Red Roosters marked and #’d what is their worth.
I have the large Royal Haeger “Nude With Fish and Turtle” Lamp and would also like to know what year this was produced. Mine has original oversized oriental slanted hat shade. It is light grey. Thanks for your help!
I have a yellow colored t.v. lamp that is approx 18 ” long and 5″ high. It looks just like the black panther which is a bit larger. Any clues about my item?
I would like to know the value of a Royal Haeger table lamp.
It is rather oriental looking, shades of green mixed with blue.
The raised design is seaweed on each side and a fan tailed fish at the top. The shape is a square opening with a small dish in the center of the base.
Jean Rook, Burlington, VT
I have an antique vintage store. I was wondering if anyone knows a website to buy royal haeger. Besides ebay, of course. Thank you!
I have a pinkish tinted bird-bath lamp that was marked as rare. I hope so!
I have a flower pot, burnt orange color, bottom says: Haeger U.S.A. #1776 , Designer-Eric Olsen – Sculptor-Trygve Rovelstad. There are raised impressions all around the pot, showing: signing of constitution 1787 , one small step 1976 , independence hall 1776. Any one have any information on this item and possible worth. Thanks for any help!
Can you please tell me how to authenticate the “Horse and Foal” the bottom says Royal Haeger R451 U.S.A. . However, I have seen photos of other pieces with a metal label on the top of the art. Is tis real or fake?
I am in desperate need to find a royal haeger turtle planter. I believe its R540usa. It’s both green and brown. It has incredible sentimental value to my wife and like an oaf, I hit the shelf and it went flying. Please feel free to call or text me 252-916-4774 or email and put this in the subject line. I’m willing to pay a finders fee if need be and the total is not absurd.
Please help me get out of the doghouse…I’m begging you…
Kenny
The yellow Isis is a Cameron Clay Product, Haeger did make a similar one, not this though.
I have a Royal Haeger by Royal Hickman Console bowl mauve colored w/mauve and blue flowers around the top w/a matching mauve and blue lady on a fish that sits in the middle. What can you tell me about it? It has been passed down to me from my mother from her mother. The family story was that my uncle sent it to my grandmother from Japan. I’m guessing that is not true since it was made in the U.S.A. Thank you.
I have a ceramic pot with signing of constitution on it what is it worth
Hello, and thank you for creating such an awesome page of Royal Haeger images and info! I recently tumbled across this large jug marked “Royal Haeger 432-H USA” There’s also the little copy write insignia in the middle of the mark. The piece is 13.5 inches tall and 7.5 inches wide at the widest point, which is sort of oblong. The glaze is gorgeous! A flowing variance of blues with drizzles of matte black. I have found one jug in the shape and size, but it was a metallic solid glaze – nothing like this. Is there anyone who might be able to help me date and value this little gem? Thanks in advance for any assistance any of you can provide! You can see it here: http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e239/LisaPrice/eBay/IMG_5732_zps4qxe9ms2.jpg
Cleaning out. Vintage 1950s Royal Haeger planter called Two Love birds in House. Dark green, perfect except for tiny chip on base. Family gift from that era.
Hi I have a Haeger 4116 design by Eric Olsen 1969 USA commemorating man’s first landing on the moon July 20, 1969 by US astronauts Armstrong and Alden navigated by Collins
I’m not sure this site is active. If so, I have a signed Haegar S Maglio lamp. It is in the shape of a vase covered in shells that is on its side. It sits on a small pedestal and is white/off white. Inside the side of the vase are six detailed small fish, all highly colorful.
I bought a 1980s home with many other Haegar pieces, all from the 80s. These are larger and more well known. But I cannot find another lamp similar to mine. Any ideas?
I have the first figurene show of Nude Riding Fish but mine is DARK GREEN (I have seen some in lime green) and has a clear label “Harger” I would like to sell it but I don’t know the value
I have the first piece shown the Royal Hickman lady riding the fish (your first photo). Yours is the only picture of this piece that I’ve found so far. Do you know the year, value, etc? I would like to sell mine. If interested e-mail me at [email protected]