Vintage Handmade Blue Bitossi Bud Vase/ Cylinder Vase Stoneware Clay Art Pottery.  Approximate measurements are:  4 3/4" Tall x 2" D at the top x 2 1/4" D at the bottom and approximately weighs 1 lb. without packing materials. The Artisan did not sign or date, is approximately Circa 1980's.  This STUNNING Bud Vase is crafted from high-quality stoneware to be durable & long lasting.  It is a blue bitossi all over with beige, tan, gray & purple showing through as well.  It is painted & glazed inside & out and the bottom is raw clay.  One side is completely smooth, and the 3D Heart is precious with raised dots/ dashes swirling all around (this looks like it's an impression).  Perfect to use as a Bud Vase, Pen Holder, Makeup Brush Holder, Paint Brush Holder, Succulent, or anything you can imagine.  Condition is preowned with no chips, cracks or crazing. Remember- all handmade items could have imperfections could have small imperfections or bubbles- this adds to its Charm & Beauty!!  CC