Verwood harvest earthenware slipware Dorset Owl Costrel England mid 19th century
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Verwood harvest earthenware slipware Dorset Owl Costrel England mid 19th century

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£785

Dated: 1850 Dorset England

The earthenware pottery costrel is formed in a squat, rounded shape with a foot rim and tapering neck, flanked by two thumbed, pierced crescents, which include anchorage points for leather or cord suspension. The top portion of the costrel is lead-glazed and features an incised circle. These pieces are referred to as Dorset Owls, with the typical lugs associated with the work of the Verwood Pottery located in Dorset, England. They were traditionally used in the fields for cider, ale, or cold tea during harvest time.

Dimensions: 8 inches high

Provenance: The collection of the late potter Peter Smith of Bojewyan Pottery in West Cornwall. Fellow of the Craftsman Potters Association, member of Newlyn Society of Artists and later chairman of Newlyn Gallery.

£785    $1059

Description

The earthenware pottery costrel is formed in a squat, rounded shape with a foot rim and tapering neck, flanked by two thumbed, pierced crescents, which include anchorage points for leather or cord suspension. The top portion of the costrel is lead-glazed and features an incised circle. These pieces are referred to as Dorset Owls, with the typical lugs associated with the work of the Verwood Pottery located in Dorset, England. They were traditionally used in the fields for cider, ale, or cold tea during harvest time.

Additional information

Dimensions 8 in