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Jar: C.81-2016

Object information

Awaiting location update

Maker(s)

Potter: Bayer, Svend

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Description

Large wood-fired stoneware jar, with spectacular glaze runs. Fired on its side, on three shells, in the firebox, giving browns and greys.
No mark.

Notes

History note: Bought by Shakeshaft at a 'Gnarly Dudes' exhibition in Sheepwash, 13th September 2002

Legal notes

Bequeathed by John Shakeshaft

Measurements and weight

Height: 50 cm

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

20th Century-21st Century
After 1969 CE - Before 2002-09 CE

Components of the work

At Base Width 18 cm
At Extremities Width 40.5 cm

Materials used in production

Stoneware

Techniques used in production

Wood-firing
Glazing

Identification numbers

Accession number: C.81-2016
Primary reference Number: 207724
Sale catalogue photo number: K643
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Audit data

Created: Wednesday 20 January 2016 Updated: Tuesday 11 December 2018 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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