Gordon and Jane Martz were prominent designers and creators of simple, elegant, handcrafted ceramic goods. Their vintage mid-century modern designs for table lamps, floor lamps, chandeliers and pendants are daring but relaxed and make for versatile additions to any space.
Jane Martz’s grandmother established the family-owned American lampshades company Marshall Studios in Indianapolis, Indiana, in 1922. Jessie “Muz” Marshall produced hand-painted lampshades out of her home, then expanded to include lamp bases made of wood. The business later moved to Veedersburg. After studying at New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University, Gordon and Jane joined the company in the early 1950s and stepped in to run Marshall Studios after it had been managed by Jane’s parents. Gordon and Jane instilled the brand with fresh energy and new ideas. They introduced innovative modernist stoneware lamps, decorative accessories and more that became immediately popular with new homeowners of the era. Later, there was a return to lamp bases made solely of wood, and floor lamps, bookends and tables with tile tops appeared in the company catalogs.
The Marshall Studios M101 lamp was featured in the Museum of Modern Art’s “Good Design” exhibit in 1953, which also featured the work of other mid-century luminaries such as Jens Risom, Paul McCobb, George Nelson and more.
Gordon and Jane explored color and texture at the company during the 1950s and ‘60s and continued the rich legacy of craftsmanship for which Marshall Studios had become known. The manufacturer secured government contracts and their works were featured in Interiors magazine. Etchings and other decoration continued to be done by hand, and Jane eventually also took an interest in the fabric and textiles used to hand-cover the paper shades, producing a complementary line of hand-woven pillows and other goods.
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Gordon and Jane Martz Oversized White Ceramic Table Lamp
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Striking oversized ceramic lamp by husband-and-wife design team Gordon and Jane Martz. Produced by their family company, Marshall Studios in Indiana beginning in 1957. The lamp featu...
Ceramic, Linen, Walnut
$2,850
H 40 in Dm 18 in
Gordon and Jane Martz M55 Lamp for Marshall Studios Tall White sanded glaze toot
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A highly collectable 1960s lamp designed by Jane and Gordon Martz of Marshall Studios in Veedersburg Indiana. These lamps are highly sought after and are showing up in designs all ov...
Ceramic, Walnut
Martz, Marshall Studios, Ceramic Table Lamp, White Matte Glaze
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in South Jordan, UT
A striking Gordon & Jane Martz ceramic table lamp, showcasing the timeless sophistication that defines their work. The white glaze, delicately cast with a hint of gray, exudes qu...
Ceramic, Walnut
Vintage Mid Century M207 Ceramic Table Lamp by Jane and Gordon Martz
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Oxnard, CA
Here is monumental ceramic table lamp by Jane and Gordon Martz. Model 207 is a large totem comprised of two portions with a mirrored flare and incised decoration. The walnut elemen...
Ceramic, Walnut
$2,500
H 37 in Dm 15 in
A Jane and Gordon Martz table lamp M165 Marshall Studios Matte White tan incisin
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A highly collectable 1960s lamp designed by Jane and Gordon Martz of Marshall Studios in Veedersburg Indiana. These lamps are highly sought after and are showing up in designs all ov...
Ceramic, Walnut
Tall Ceramic Table Lamp by Jane and Gordon Martz
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A large and elegant table lamp designed by famed ceramicist duo Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. Lamp consists of a tall ceramic off white body with walnut disk, walnut ne...
Ceramic
$3,800
H 9.5 in Dm 28 in
Jane & Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios Incised White Ceramic Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, PA
This striking mid-century modern table lamp was designed by the renowned husband-and-wife team Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios. Produced in the 1960s, it exemplifies their...
Ceramic, Walnut
$3,300
H 34.75 in Dm 6.25 in
Tall Gordon & Jane Martz for Marshall Studios Incised Ivory Table Lamp, 1960s
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Bainbridge, NY
High Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios Ceramic & Teak table lamp. Featuring model M165-28-1 matte glazed Off White Stoneware form with Clay exposed hand incised detail, Teak...
Ceramic, Walnut
White Architectural Lamp by Gordon Martz Marshall Studios
By Gordon Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Unusual lamp by Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios, ca' 1960's. Total height with shade 38", ceramic base only 19.5"H, 7"D. Matt white glaze with brown vertical lines-this lamp has a ...
Ceramic
Gordon and Jane Martz M51 Lamp for Marshall Studios white short gourd 24"
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A highly collectable 1960s lamp designed by Jane and Gordon Martz of Marshall Studios in Veedersburg Indiana. These lamps are highly sought after and are showing up in designs all ov...
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon & Jane Martz / Marshall Studios Ceramic Table Lamps, White Glaze
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Portland, OR
WHAT IS IT? — This pair of Martz model no. 165-28-1 lamps arrives with white glaze bodies that are decorated with a top-to-bottom incised line pattern. The lamps are topped off with ...
Ceramic, Linen, Walnut
Martz / Marshall Studios Ceramic Pottery Table Lamp — Matte Tan Glaze
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Portland, OR
💡 WHAT IS IT? — Another gem from the masters of mid century lightning – Gordon and Jane Martz. A small but exceptionally versatile lamp! This signed Martz model 105 lamp comes in a...
Brass
Marshall Studios Martz Ceramic Triangular Incised Pottery Midcentury Table Lamp
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Portland, OR
?? WHAT'S INCLUDED? — This listing is for the lamps only. New shades, exactly matching the catalog dimensions can be purchased upon request. ?? WHAT IS IT? — This absolutely...
Ceramic, Burlap, Walnut
Martz / Marshall Studios Ceramic Table Lamp, Brown / Tan / Kintsugi Repair
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Portland, OR
WHAT IS IT? — These signed Martz model #170 lamp come in a glossy double-dipped glaze. It transitions from a reddish/greenish/tan color on top down to a chocolatey brown base. The bl...
Brass
Martz / Marshall Studios Ceramic Table Lamp, Cobalt Blue / White Swirl Glaze
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Portland, OR
💡 Marshall Studios Martz Model M-83 Table Lamp (1950s/60s) — A true piece of midcentury design history, this stunning table lamp is attributed to the legendary Gordon and Jane Martz...
Brass
Martz / Marshall Studios Ceramic Table Lamps—Blue Glaze Two Piece Design
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Portland, OR
What is it? — This pair of Gordon and Jane Martz lamps features a glossy sapphire blue glaze with a speckled, mottled surface. Upon close inspection, the glaze reveals a subtle inter...
Brass
