Mexican Bauhaus Teapot
Artist
Peter Shire
(American, 1947-)
CultureAmerican
OriginLos Angeles, California, United States
Date1981
MediumEarthenware, coloured glazes
DimensionsOverall: 38.1 cm (15 in.)
MarkingsSigned "Shire 1981 EXP" in black enamel.
DescriptionHandbuilt slab architectural form, with two narrow forms off central square and a triangular lid. All in shiny bright colours of black, white, yellow, grey, green, cream pink, sea blue and pale blue. All the colours emphasize angles and cut outs.
Credit LineGift of Aaron Milrad in memory of Bella and Joseph Milrad
Object numberG99.6.64a-b
Classifications
Modern and Contemporary CeramicsSub-classification
AmericanStatus
On view
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
c.1725-30
Object number: G12.17.1a-b
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
c.1725-30
Object number: G12.17.2a-b
