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Brick: C.652-2016

Awaiting location update

Maker(s)

Potter: Walton, Sarah

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Description

Saltglaze stoneware rectangular flower brick. With holes in the top, and circular motifs on the sides.

Notes

History note: Bought by Shakeshaft from Craft Potters Association Shop (Marshall Street), 29th November 1982

Legal notes

Bequeathed by John Shakeshaft

Measurements and weight

Height: 6 cm

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

20th Century
After 1971 CE - Before 1982-11 CE

Components of the work

At Extremeties Diameter 10.5 cm
At Base Diameter 9.5 cm

Materials used in production

Salt-glaze
Stoneware

Techniques used in production

Glazing

Inscription or legends present

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

Identification numbers

Accession number: C.652-2016
Primary reference Number: 208328
Sale catalogue photo number: K323

Audit data

Created: Friday 12 February 2016 Updated: Wednesday 1 November 2017

Associated departments & institutions

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

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