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Jar: C.138-2016

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Maker(s)

Potter: Collins, Nic

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Description

Wood-fired stoneware jar, with natural ash glaze, in the Shigaraki style. Red/brown/black colours.

Notes

History note: Bought at a 'Gnarly Dudes' exhibition at Powdermills Pottery, 13th October 1997.

Legal notes

Bequeathed by John Shakeshaft

Measurements and weight

Height: 30.2 cm

Place(s) associated

  • Dartmoor ⪼ England

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

20th Century
After 1959 CE - Before 1997-10 CE

Components of the work

At Base Width 12.5 cm
At Extremities Width 26.2 cm

Materials used in production

natural Ash-glaze
Stoneware

Techniques used in production

Wood-firing
Glazing

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: Nic Collins
  • Location: Base
  • Method of creation: Inscribed
  • Type: Mark

Identification numbers

Accession number: C.138-2016
Primary reference Number: 207781
Sale catalogue photo number: K637

Audit data

Created: Thursday 21 January 2016 Updated: Tuesday 11 December 2018

Associated departments & institutions

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

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