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Bowl: C.612-2016

Object information

Awaiting location update

Maker(s)

Potter: Spira, Rupert

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Description

Footed porcelain bowl, of ovoid form. Copper red glaze.

Notes

History note: Bought by Shakeshaft from the Yew Tree Gallery in Slad (Gloucestershire, now located in Penzance) exhibition. 21st May 1998

Legal notes

Bequeathed by John Shakeshaft

Measurements and weight

Height: 14.5 cm

Acquisition and important dates

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

Dating

20th Century
After 1960 CE - Before 1998-05 CE

Components of the work

At Extremities Width 18.5 cm
At Base Width 8 cm

Materials used in production

copper red Glaze
Porcelain

Techniques used in production

Glazing

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: RS
  • Location: Base
  • Type: Mark

Identification numbers

Accession number: C.612-2016
Primary reference Number: 208281
Sale catalogue photo number: K442
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Audit data

Created: Wednesday 10 February 2016 Updated: Wednesday 19 February 2020 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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