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Expert: Leisha Hiester - 10/28/2010


Question

clay jar with lid
I have a jar that i purchased at a local estate sale,the bottm has a "B" on it,it`s a red clay,it`s a very crude design with the inside glazed the same.Just wondering if you could shed a little light on the item,i`ll include a couple photos.Our guess is maybe a humidor(?)
Thank You in advance,
                      Jeff

Answer
Dear Jeff,
It appears to be hand-thrown stoneware. I'm not sure where you're located, but if you contact your local potter's or ceramics guild they may be able to identify the artist. Often local suppliers/guilds are quite aware of local potters and pottery.

Start in your phone book under ceramics suppliers. If you strike out, write me back, tell me where you're at and I can send you some contacts.

Have fun on your hunt. Hope this helps. Leisha
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    Rating(1-10)Knowledgeability = 10Clarity of Response = 10Politeness = 10
    CommentThank You for the prompt response,i`ll do some checking around here,and if no help i`ll get back to you. Thank You for your time and trouble, Jeff


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Leisha Hiester

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Inquiries about ceramics, pottery, clay and art in general.

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21 years in ceramics and clay, teaching, producing and selling.

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College, courses, teacher and worked in production studios.

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