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Mid-Century Studio Pottery Jug | Marked “MJ-1”

Mid-Century Studio Pottery Jug | Marked “MJ-1”

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A beautifully hand-thrown studio pottery jug with a softly rounded form and expressive glaze work. Finished in a tranquil celadon-green glaze with a contrasting iron-brown lower body, this piece has a calm, sculptural presence that works equally well as a decorative object or a functional jug.

The gently flared spout and pulled handle add balance and movement, making it a timeless example of mid-century studio ceramics.

Dimensions

- Height: 18.2 cm
- Length (spout to handle): 15.9 cm
- Diameter (including the handle): 16.7 cm

Condition

- Excellent - This jug is in excellent vintage condition.
- No chips, cracks, or repairs.
- Minor glaze variations and pooling are inherent to the studio firing process and contribute to the character of the piece.

Special Characteristics

1. Design & Form
- This jug was hand-thrown and shaped by an individual potter, evident in the subtle asymmetry of the rim, the pulled handle, and the softly rounded body.
- The form reflects mid-20th-century studio pottery traditions, where simplicity and proportion were central.

2. Glaze & Finish
- The upper body is finished in a celadon-green glaze with natural mottling from the firing process.
- The lower section features an iron-rich brown glaze that rises organically, creating a softly beaded transition line — a characteristic feature of reactive studio glazes.

3. Markings & Attribution
- The base is impressed with the mark “MJ-1”, understood to represent the potter’s initials followed by a form or model number.
- This type of marking is typical of individual studio potters and small workshops rather than large commercial manufacturers.
- The piece remains unattributed, though its style is consistent with British or British-influenced studio pottery.

4. Date & Origin
- Mid-20th century, circa 1950s–1970s.

5. Uses & Versatility
- Suitable for use as a water or wine jug
- Beautiful as a standalone decorative object
- Complements studio pottery, rustic, and organic interior styles

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