Vintage 1970s California Pottery Green Embossed Square Trivet – Classic Ceramics “California Originals” – 6” Decorative Tile Trivet

Bring rustic California charm into your Willow Grove Cabin vignette with this Vintage 1970s embossed ceramic trivet by Classic Ceramics / California Originals. Measuring approx. 6” x 6” and finished in a gorgeous deep woodland green glaze, this square trivet features ornate botanical scrollwork and softly scalloped edges. The raised cross-support on the back is a hallmark of mid-century California pottery trivets—made to elevate hot dishes while protecting surfaces. At 14.2 oz, it’s sturdy, functional, and beautiful enough to display year-round as décor. A warm, retro, cozy-cottage addition to any kitchen, dining space, or harvest vignette.

During the 1960s–1980s, California’s pottery studios—such as Classic Ceramics, Treasure Craft, and California Originals—became known for their vibrant glazes, dimensional molds, and handcrafted functional pieces. Trivets were extremely popular: homeowners used them under tea kettles, casseroles, Dutch ovens, and fondue pots during the era’s rise of entertaining and open-kitchen dining. Botanical motifs symbolized abundance and home-harvest culture, a perfect match for the rustic, nature-inspired palettes of the period. Today, California pottery trivets are beloved as collectible décor tiles, mini-display risers, and functional art.
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🌿 Repurposing & Creative Uses

• Use as a true trivet for hot dishes, teapots, bakeware
• Style as a mini display tile for candles or small plants
• Use as a kitchen shelf riser under pottery or spice jars
• Incorporate into a wall tile collage (many collectors do!)
• Place under oil warmers, kettles, or cast iron piece