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Charger: C.383-2016

Object information

Awaiting location update

Maker(s)

Potter: Leach, David

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Description

Large round charger, with grey dolomite glaze and wave decoration in orange.

Notes

History note: Bought by Shakeshaft from the Craft Potters Association Shop, Marshall Street. April 1972

Legal notes

Bequeathed by John Shakeshaft

Measurements and weight

Height: 10 cm

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

20th Century
After 1930 CE - Before 1972-04 CE

Components of the work

At Base Width 17 cm
At Extremities Width 39.5 cm

Materials used in production

dolomite Glaze
Pottery

Techniques used in production

Glazing

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: DL
  • Method of creation: Impressed
  • Type: Seal

Identification numbers

Accession number: C.383-2016
Primary reference Number: 208029
Sale catalogue photo number: K492
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Audit data

Created: Monday 1 February 2016 Updated: Wednesday 1 November 2017 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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