Presenting a superb vintage Australian Studio pottery jug masterfully crafted and signed by Essexware, the Leura based pottery founded by English-born husband and wife potters Gordon and Irene Dunstan. This exceptional example has a sleek clean-lined modernist form which has been beautifully hand decorated with a striking Aboriginal design. The outer body of the vessel has been finished in a rich chocolate brown glaze decorated with inscribed Aboriginal motifs detailed in earthy ochre tones. A long winding snake and lizard are surrounded by fish and circular motifs arranged to create a perfectly balanced design. A finely incised sgrafitto band featuring a pattern on concentric circles surrounds the sleek, inbulit handle beautifully completing this outstanding vintage example. SIZE: This impressive piece stands approx 105mms tall, the body measures 115mms in diameter excluding the handle and 120mms in width including the handle. CONDITION: This piece is presented in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The cream interior is clean and stain free. This stunning example has been very well cared for and presents spectacularly. MARKS: The piece is beautifully signed with an inscribed signature to the base "Essexware Leura". THE ARTISTS: Husband and wife duo, Gordon and Irene Dunstan established "Essexware pottery" at Leura in the Blue Mountains of NSW in 1945. The pottery was destroyed by fire in 1957 and the couple returned home to England following the devastation. This meant that Essexware pieces were only produced for a limited time making them highly desirable.
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Buyer to pay postage which is charged at cost price as calculated by the Australia Post calculator. We do not charge any handling fees. Packaging is supplied at BELOW cost price: $3 for Australia / $5 for International. We use PREMIUM grade packaging materials including: High grade double sided bubble wrap Enviro peas (void fill) Sturdy boxes... absolutely no satchels! We are more than happy to combine postage on multiple purchases wherever it is safe to do so. ALL items are professionally packaged to ensure their safe arrival. WE ARE UNABLE TO OFFER PICK-UP.
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