Item Report
American Studio Pottery Glazed Stoneware Bowl
By: Unknown studio potter
Style: Studio Pottery / Modern Craft
Origin: United States (likely)
Materials: Stoneware clay, multi-colored glaze
Age: Circa 1970–1990
Condition: Very Good (minor irregularities and glaze pooling typical of handmade wares)
Value: $15 - $40
Maker's Marks / Writing: None visible in this image.
Date: 2025-06-03 05:45:43.817501
Description:
This is a small studio pottery bowl, crafted from stoneware clay and finished with a multi-colored, hand-applied glaze. The piece has an organic, asymmetrical shape typical of mid- to late-20th century studio pottery. Its glazes flow in earthy stripes of blue, brown, orange, and green, demonstrating an experimental and artistic approach popular with artisan potters. The vessel appears to have been wheel-thrown and hand-shaped, rather than mass-produced.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
A charming example of studio pottery that captures the earthy, informal artistry of late 20th-century American ceramics. The bold use of glazes and irregular shape are characteristic of pieces meant for decorative use or for the enjoyment of hand-crafted functional wares. The value is primarily decorative and collectible; if a known artist could be attributed, the value might be somewhat higher.
Individual Images:
- Only one image was provided
- but the hand-holding and high-resolution photo allows for a good view of the glaze and shape. No visible maker's mark or signature on the portion shown. Interior and rim look intact with no visible cracks or chips.
Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided.
Condition:
Very Good (minor irregularities and glaze pooling typical of handmade wares)
Identification Score: 90%
The form, clay, glaze technique, and style are strongly consistent with American (or Western) studio pottery from the late 20th century. No identifying maker’s marks are visible, so the exact studio or potter cannot be determined.
Authenticity Score: 95%
The bowl exhibits authentic, hand-crafted characteristics: wheel marks, organic form, and multi-glaze technique indicative of bona fide studio production. There is no indication of it being a factory reproduction or imitation.
Image Memory Note
Keywords
studio pottery, stoneware, American craft, glazed bowl, modern ceramics, hand-thrown
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