Slipware jug by ceramicist Joshua Williams, hand-crafted from terracotta and decorated in a rich amber glaze. The classic silhouette features expressive combed markings and stylised circular motifs impressed using hand-carved stamps, reminiscent of historic folk pottery. The lower section has been intentionally left unglazed, revealing the raw terracotta clay beneath and creating a textural contrast with the glossy glaze.
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Date / Era: Contemporary
Material: Earthenware
Dimensions: W 13 x D 15 x H 17 cm
Signed: Impressed with maker's mark
Condition: Excellent
ABOUT THE MAKER
Joshua Williams is a studio potter working in Galloway, Scotland, specialising in functional kitchenware rooted in traditional pottery techniques. His practice is guided by the belief that studio pottery can elevate everyday rituals through thoughtfully crafted domestic objects.
Williams produces high-fired functional earthenware characterised by strong, vital forms and restrained yet expressive decoration. His palette centres on dark green, honey-gold, and cream glazes, with textured surfaces that create organic variations in tone and finish across each piece.
A key aspect of his work is the incorporation of locally sourced materials and instinctive decorative methods, allowing unpredictability and spontaneity to become part of the making process. This approach ensures that every pot carries its own distinct character while remaining practical for daily use.
Slipware jug by ceramicist Joshua Williams, hand-crafted from terracotta and decorated in a rich amber glaze. The classic silhouette features expressive combed markings and stylised circular motifs impressed using hand-carved stamps, reminiscent of historic folk pottery. The lower section has been intentionally left unglazed, revealing the raw terracotta clay beneath and creating a textural contrast with the glossy glaze.
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Date / Era: Contemporary
Material: Earthenware
Dimensions: W 13 x D 15 x H 17 cm
Signed: Impressed with maker's mark
Condition: Excellent
ABOUT THE MAKER
Joshua Williams is a studio potter working in Galloway, Scotland, specialising in functional kitchenware rooted in traditional pottery techniques. His practice is guided by the belief that studio pottery can elevate everyday rituals through thoughtfully crafted domestic objects.
Williams produces high-fired functional earthenware characterised by strong, vital forms and restrained yet expressive decoration. His palette centres on dark green, honey-gold, and cream glazes, with textured surfaces that create organic variations in tone and finish across each piece.
A key aspect of his work is the incorporation of locally sourced materials and instinctive decorative methods, allowing unpredictability and spontaneity to become part of the making process. This approach ensures that every pot carries its own distinct character while remaining practical for daily use.
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