George E. Ohr, exceptional large coupe

George E. Ohr
exceptional large coupe

USA, 1897-1900
glazed earthenware
10 h × 4.5 dia in (25 × 11 cm)

This work features an in-body twist, ruffled rim, and a green and gunmetal sponged-on glaze. Impressed signature to underside 'G.E. Ohr, Biloxi, Miss.'.

Provenance: Collection of James Carpenter | Private Collection, New York

Literature: George Ohr: The Greatest Art Potter on Earth, Hecht, pg. 231 pl. 79 illustrates this example
Condition Report: Excellent condition.
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