Rubens Originals Girl Head Vase

The Rubens Originals head vases are iconic pieces of mid-century Americana, though they were primarily manufactured in Japan during the 1950s and 1960s. These ceramics were designed to hold small floral arrangements and were popular gifts sold in florist shops throughout the United States. The specific model shown features a young girl with a headscarf and braids, a classic motif for the brand.

The Rubens Originals brand was founded by Ruben Kaufman in Los Angeles, California. Like many ceramic importers of the era, the company utilized Japanese craftsmanship to produce high-quality, hand-painted porcelain at an accessible price point for the post-war American market. Today, these pieces are highly sought after by vintage collectors. While the original Rubens company is no longer in active production for these items, the brand legacy remains tied to the history of mid-century Japanese-made imports for American decorative use.