I've been unable to find anything on La Velle of California, but one thing is obvious, they produced ceramics of the highest quality.  Anyone familiar with this maker?

	value:  rarity: Wow. One of the nicest TV lamps I've seen in a while, this La Velle rooster is super! Photos courtesy of eBay seller, eireladdie, purveyor of fine TV lamps.
	The details on the rooster are particularly striking, going beyond that typically found on mid-century American pottery. The foil label reads: La Velle of California 22 Karat Gold.
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