Jar

NameJar

Artist Chester Hewell

Date2010

MediumCeramic (stoneware), wood fired, alkaline glazed

Dimensions15 3/8 × 12 in. (39.1 × 30.5 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, IFAF Collection, FA.2012.27.1

Object numberFA.2012.27.1

DescriptionFive gallon storage jar with green alkaline glaze and iron slip decorated loops and 2 lines around the shoulder.Lines "connect" the handles, and the loops go all the way around the shoulder. Two lug handles, rounded rim, wide mouth. Stamped "Hewell Maker" on the top of the shoulder. Signed "Chester Hewell CSA" on the bottom.