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Jar and lid: C.298 & A-2016

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Maker(s)

Potter: Hammond, Lisa

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Description

Green lidded jar of squared form with a low foot. Soda-glazed celadon with willow ash glaze. Loosely thrown then squared and top added.

Notes

History note: Bought by Shakeshaft from an exhibition at Goldmark Gallery, Uppingham, no. 8. 21st October 2006

Legal notes

Bequeathed by John Shakeshaft

Place(s) associated

  • Greenwich ⪼ England

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

20th Century-21st Century
After 1994 CE - Before 2006-10 CE

Materials used in production

celadon Pottery
soda Glaze
willow Ash-glaze

Techniques used in production

Glazing
Throwing (pottery technique)

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: LH and MHP
  • Location: Side of base
  • Method of creation: Inscribed
  • Type: Maker's mark

References and bibliographic entries

Identification numbers

Accession number: C.298 & A-2016
Primary reference Number: 207944
Sale catalogue photo number: K245
Exhibition number: 8

Audit data

Created: Wednesday 27 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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