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Jar and lid: C.577 & A-2016

Object information

Awaiting location update

Maker(s)

Potter: Rokkjaer, Inger

Entities

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Description

Earthenware lidded cylindrical jar, with crackled creamy glaze. Raku-fired.

Notes

History note: Bought by Shakeshaft from 'Cultural Connections' (run/organised by Birthe Fraser) at Collect 2005 exhibition, V&A Museum. 11th January 2005

Legal notes

Bequeathed by John Shakeshaft

Measurements and weight

Height: 15 cm

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

21st Century
Production date: AD 2004

Components of the work

At Base Diameter 15.5 cm
At Extremeties Diameter 15.5 cm

Materials used in production

cream Glaze
Earthenware

Techniques used in production

Raku (technique)
Glazing

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: IR 2004
  • Location: Base
  • Method of creation: Impressed
  • Type: Mark

Identification numbers

Accession number: C.577 & A-2016
Primary reference Number: 208241
Sale catalogue photo number: K455
Stable URI

Audit data

Created: Tuesday 9 February 2016 Updated: Wednesday 1 November 2017 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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