Studio Pottery Ceramic Dish with White Slip and Glaze
Decorative Art / Ceramic Dish • Studio Potter, unknown contemporary maker
Style & Movement
Contemporary Studio Pottery / Craft
Medium & Technique
Thrown stoneware or earthenware ceramic with white slip trails and high-gloss translucent glaze showing subtle crazing
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century
Dimensions & Format
Circular plate or shallow bowl form, approximately 6 to 8 inches in diameter
Subject Description
Abstract minimalist surface design featuring vertical brush or trailed lines of white slip over a muted greyish-blue ground, showing concentric throwing rings
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good. Intact structural body with minor natural crazing in the glaze characteristic of stoneware firing
Estimated Market Value
45 USD - 120 USD
Auction Estimate
30 USD - 80 USD
Provenance History
Acquired directly from a studio pottery sale or independent craft market; exact maker's mark not visible in current angle
Art Historical Significance
Represents the ongoing tradition of functional studio pottery emphasizing tactile qualities, visible throwing marks, and wabi-sabi aesthetic principles
Notable Features
Expressive slip-trailed vertical accents contrasting against the wheel-thrown circular form and soft blue-grey coloration
Condition Issues
Minor surface wear and glaze crazing typical of everyday use or decorative display
Conservation Recommendations
Standard handling for ceramics; gentle hand washing recommended if used for food; avoid sudden thermal shock