Vase, circa 1930
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Detroit's renowned Pewabic Pottery was founded by artist Mary Chase Perry (later Stratton) and her friend and business partner Horace J. Caulkins in 1903 as part of the American Arts and Crafts movement. Perry led the pottery until her death in 1961, developing the simple forms, unique iridescent glazes, and architectural tile installations that would make Pewabic famous nationwide.
Detroit's renowned Pewabic Pottery was founded by artist Mary Chase Perry (later Stratton) and her friend and business partner Horace J. Caulkins in 1903 as part of the American Arts and Crafts movement. Perry led the pottery until her death in 1961, developing the simple forms, unique iridescent glazes, and architectural tile installations that would make Pewabic famous nationwide.
Artifact
Vase
Date Made
circa 1930
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Collections Platform
Object ID
62.53.5
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Earthenware
Glaze
Color
Yellow
Green
Red
Dimensions
Height: 4.75 in
Diameter: 4.75 in
Weight: 1.5 lbs
Inscriptions
on bottom [impressed]: PEWABIC
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