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Form: C.415-2016

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Potter: Lewenstein, Eileen

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Description

Stoneware sculptural form, comprising a rectangular frame enclosing various geometrical forms, including rings and bars. Glazed in olive green with yellow.

Notes

History note: Bought by Shakeshaft from Bonhams auction no. 28267, Lot 111. 19th May 2000

Legal notes

Bequeathed by John Shakeshaft

Measurements and weight

Height: 16.6 cm

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

20th Century-21st Century
After 1944 CE - Before 2000-05 CE

Components of the work

At Widest Point Diameter 10.2 cm
At Base Diameter 10 cm

Materials used in production

olive-green Glaze
Stoneware

Techniques used in production

Glazing

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: EL
  • Method of creation: Impressed
  • Type: Mark

Identification numbers

Accession number: C.415-2016
Primary reference Number: 208063
Sale catalogue photo number: K147

Audit data

Created: Wednesday 3 February 2016 Updated: Thursday 20 August 2020

Associated departments & institutions

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

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