Candleholder, 1940-1950
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Artifact Overview
The Van Briggle Pottery was among the most important and longest-lasting art potteries. The pottery, established in 1901 and located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, is known for its satin matte glazes perfected by its founder, Artus Van Briggle. The pottery produced works for more than one hundred years, finally closing its doors in the early 2010s.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Candleholder
Date Made
1940-1950
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
72.102.64.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Earthenware
Glaze
Color
Mulberry (Color)
Purple
Dimensions
Height: 4.75 in
Length: 7 in
Width: 2.5 in
Weight: 0.75 lb
Inscriptions
on bottom [inscribed]:
[Van Briggle monogram] / VAN BRIGGLE / COLO SPGS
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