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Six pairs of cups and saucers

Artist (Nigerian)
Manufacturer (Nigerian, founded 1950)
CultureNigerian
OriginAbuja, Abuja, Nigeria
Datec.1968-1969
MediumStoneware with glazes
DimensionsOverall (G08.12.11.1a): 2 1/2 x 4 x 3 in. (6.4 x 10.2 x 7.6 cm) Overall (G08.12.11.1b): 3/4 x 5 1/2 in. (1.9 x 14 cm) Overall (G08.12.11.2a): 2 1/4 x 4 x 3 in. (5.7 x 10.2 x 7.6 cm) Overall (G08.12.11.2b): 3/4 x 5 1/2 in. (1.9 x 14 cm) Overall (G08.12.11.3a): 2 1/2 x 4 x 3 1/4 in. (6.4 x 10.2 x 8.3 cm) Overall (G08.12.11.3b): 3/4 x 5 1/2 in. (1.9 x 14 cm) Overall (G08.12.11.4a): 2 x 4 x 3 in. (5.1 x 10.2 x 7.6 cm) Overall (G08.12.11.4b): 3/4 x 5 1/2 in. (1.9 x 14 cm) Overall (G08.12.11.5a): 2 1/4 x 4 x 3 in. (5.7 x 10.2 x 7.6 cm) Overall (G08.12.11.5b): 3/4 x 5 1/2 in. (1.9 x 14 cm) Overall (G08.12.11.6a): 2 x 4 x 2 3/4 in. (5.1 x 10.2 x 7 cm) Overall (G08.12.11.6b): 3/4 x 5 1/2 in. (1.9 x 14 cm)
MarkingsTwo impressed stamps, one AK, the other illegible
DescriptionSix pairs of cups and saucers by Abu Karo, with greenish glaze and incised decoration.
Credit LineGift of Iris and Jack Lieber
Object numberG08.12.11.1-6
Classifications
Modern and Contemporary Ceramics
Sub-classification
African
Status
Not on view
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