Michael
Harvest Jug , 1925 (Executed)
Lot #49 |
2008-11-19 |
Bonhams, London, New Bond Street
Under a Western Sky - The Art of Newlyn and St Ives
Category:
Ceramic
Estimate:
GBP 2,500 - 3,500 (currency of sale)
USD 3,761 - 5,265 (approx.)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Bonhams
Auction number: 16627
Auction name: Under a Western Sky - The Art of Newlyn and St Ives
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: London, New Bond Street
Start date: 2008-11-19
End date: 2008-11-19
Currency: GBP
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Ceramics
Department: Decorative & Applied Arts
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Dimensions: Height 19.5cm (7 5/8in.)
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
19.5
Height In Inches:
7.625
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Year notes: Executed in 1925.
Catalog summary
Michael Cardew at the Leach Pottery (British, 1901-1983) 'Harvest Jug', 1925 earthenware, golden brown Galena glaze over a slip carved inscription reading DESPISE ME NOT BECAUSE I'M MADE OF CLAY BUT MAKE ME WELCOME WHEN I COME THIS WAY MY BELLY FILL WITH GOOD STRONG PUNCH (OR BEER) & I WILL MAKE YOU MERRY ALL THE YEAR impressed MC and Leach Pottery seals Height 19.5cm (7 5/8in.)