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Vase: C.484-2016

Object information

Awaiting location update

Maker(s)

Potter: O'Mahony, Marcus

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Description

Wood-fired vase of tapered elliptical section, with faceted sides and two vestigial lugs. Green celadon glaze with carbon trapping.

Notes

History note: Bought by Shakeshaft from the Craft Potters Association Shop (Marshall Street), 15 September 2006

Legal notes

Bequeathed by John Shakeshaft

Measurements and weight

Height: 22.5 cm

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

20th Century-21st Century
After 1952 CE - Before 2006-09 CE

Components of the work

At Base Width 15.3 cm
At Extremities Width 15.3 cm

Materials used in production

Celadon glaze
Pottery

Techniques used in production

Wood-firing
Glazing

Identification numbers

Accession number: C.484-2016
Primary reference Number: 208136
Sale catalogue photo number: K339
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Audit data

Created: Friday 5 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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