Flower pot

1840-1880

Place madePennsylvania, United States, North America

Earthenware

Overall: 5 3/4 x 6 3/4 in. ( 14.6 x 17.1 cm )

Purchased from Elie Nadelman

1937.1419

This object was once part of the folk art collection of Elie Nadelman (1882-1946), the avant-garde sculptor. From 1924 to 1934, Nadelman's collection was displayed in his Museum of Folk Arts, located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. The Historical Society purchased Nadelman's entire collection in 1937.

DescriptionWheelthrown redware flower pot with attached saucer; covered in buff colored slip and mottled brown glaze.

Markingsimpressed: on obverse: "JOHN BELL/WAYNESBORO"

ClassificationsCERAMICS