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Jug: C.589-2016

Object information

Awaiting location update

Maker(s)

Potter: Schloessingk, Micki

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Description

Wood-fired soda glaze stoneware jug, fired on its side. Orange on one side, mottled grey on the other.

Notes

History note: Bought by Shakseshaft from the Craft Potters Association exhibition 'Cool Clay' at Rufford Craft Centre, No. 111. 21st March 1998

Legal notes

Bequeathed by John Shakeshaft

Measurements and weight

Height: 17.3 cm

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

20th Century
After 1968 CE - Before 1998-03 CE

Components of the work

At Extremeties Diameter 14 cm
At Base Diameter 8 cm

Materials used in production

soda Glaze
Stoneware

Techniques used in production

Wood-firing
Glazing

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: M
  • Location: Side of base
  • Method of creation: Impressed
  • Type: Mark

Identification numbers

Accession number: C.589-2016
Primary reference Number: 208257
Sale catalogue photo number: K559
Exhibition number: 111
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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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