Abuja Casserole Pot

AttributionAttributed to Michael Cardew (English, 1902 - 1983)

Manufacturer Abuja Pottery (Nigerian, founded 1950)

CultureEnglish

OriginAbuja, Abuja, Nigeria

Datec.1964

MediumEarthenware, glazes

DimensionsOverall (G03.1.12.1-2): 15.5 x 20.5 cm (6 1/8 x 8 1/16 in.)

MarkingsStamped seal "Abuja" and another illegible mark

DescriptionCovered casserole dish decorated with lustred red and green glazes and wavy lines in the lower 1/3 of the vessel. Similar to a traditional African "Gwari" casserole.

Credit LineGift of Michael and Mary Mason

Object numberG03.1.12.1-2

Classifications

Modern and Contemporary Ceramics

Sub-classification

English

Collections

Status

On view

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