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Bowl: C.111-2016

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Object information

Current Location: Gallery 27 (Glaisher)

Maker(s)

Potter: Cardew, Michael

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Description

Stoneware bowl with a blue/white glaze and brown rim. Combed decoration in well.

Notes

History note: Bought by Shakeshaft from Primavera (Cambridge) 13th November 1971

Legal notes

Bequeathed by John Shakeshaft

Measurements and weight

Height: 12.2 cm

Place(s) associated

  • Wenford Bridge (Pottery) ⪼ Cornwall ⪼ England

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (2016) by Shakeshaft, John, Dr

Dating

20th Century
After 1939 CE - Before 1971-11 CE

Components of the work

Base Diameter 13.3 cm
Widest Point Diameter 29.9 cm
Well

Materials used in production

blue/white Glaze
Stoneware

Techniques used in production

Glazing

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: MC and Wenford Bridge
  • Location: Base
  • Type: Maker

Identification numbers

Accession number: C.111-2016
Primary reference Number: 207754
Sale catalogue photo number: K240
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Audit data

Created: Thursday 21 January 2016 Updated: Tuesday 21 May 2019 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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