Description:

North America, 20th century. Signed "Forsha" or "Porsha" underfoot. An elegant glazed ceramic lidded teapot, wheel thrown, trimmed and modeled by hand, presenting a magnificent white tail deer antler handle with crescent-shaped clay appliques at each end. The crescent shaped applique above the spout features a human visage crowned by a zoomorph, while the one at the opposite end is incised with a profile zoomorphic face and is secured to the antler with leather cord; both appliques are embellished with red iron oxide. The vessel body is embellished with cobalt blue lyrical motifs over glazes in shades of teal and russet red; the lid is embellished with teal glaze over the knob and center with a border of iron oxide; the interior of the body is covered in a lustrous glaze of deep garnet hues. A unique artisan teapot inspired by beauty of the natural world. Size: 10.75" L x 7.875" W x 11.125" H (27.3 cm x 20 cm x 28.3 cm)

Provenance: private Rancho Mirage, California, USA collection, by inheritance in 2020; ex-Dr. TDR Berreth, California, USA, acquired before 1982

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#179085

  • Condition: Signed "Forsha" or "Porsha" underfoot. Minor nicks/chips to edges of spout. Otherwise excellent.

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