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George Ohr (American, 1857-1918) Folded Pitcher with cut handle, c.1895-1896 Biloxi, Mississippi, USA
Estimate: $2,500-$3,500
Sold
$2,250
Live Auction
Early 20th Century Design
Location
Chicago
Size
3½ h × 4⅝ w × 3 d in (9 × 12 × 8 cm)
Description
George Ohr

(American, 1857-1918)

Folded Pitcher with cut handle, c.1895-1896
Biloxi, Mississippi, USA

Glazed earthenware

Impressed to underside, with second line inverted, 'GEO. E. OHR, BILOXI, MISS'

in Polychrome Glaze.

3½ h × 4⅝ w × 3 d in (9 × 12 × 8 cm)


Property from the Collection of Dr. Ellis F. Rubin and Suzanne Borow Rubin


This lot is located in Chicago.

Literature Robert A. Ellison, George Ohr: Art Potter, Scala, London, 2006, pp. 96, 100-102 (related examples illustrated)

Condition
In overall good and ready to place condition. There are no breaks, chips, losses or repairs to the ceramic body. Rich and deep coloration more visible in direct natural light. Very slight wear to the underside consistent with placement and light movement. Please see additional images.
Signature
Impressed to underside, with second line inverted, 'GEO. E. OHR, BILOXI, MISS' in Polychrome Glaze.
Provenance
Private Collection, CaliforniaRago Auctions, Early 20th Century Design, Lambertville, New Jersey, September 23, 2021, Lot 194 Collection of Dr. Ellis F. Rubin and Suzanne Borow Rubin