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Jar: C.370 & A-2016

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Maker(s)

Potter: The Leach Pottery

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Description

Stoneware jam-jar of globular form, with lid carrying an inscribed oak leaf. Pale green celadon glaze.

Notes

History note: Obtained by Shakeshaft from Stephen Woodruff's stall at an 'Earth & Fire' fair at Rufford Abbey Country Park, June 1996

Legal notes

Bequeathed by John Shakeshaft

Measurements and weight

Height: 9.2 cm

Place(s) associated

  • St Ives ⪼ Cornwall ⪼ England

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

20th Century
After 1920 CE - Before 1996-06 CE

Components of the work

At Base Width 4.5 cm
At Extremities Width 9.5 cm
Decoration

Materials used in production

Celadon glaze
Stoneware

Techniques used in production

Glazing

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: St. Ives. Also 'ENGLAND'
  • Type: Mark

Identification numbers

Accession number: C.370 & A-2016
Primary reference Number: 208016
Sale catalogue photo number: K610

Audit data

Created: Friday 29 January 2016 Updated: Wednesday 1 November 2017

Associated departments & institutions

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

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