New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2007.

Candlestick

Maker Vernon Owens (American, 20th Century)

Manufacturer Jugtown Pottery

CultureAmerican

Date1993

MediumFeldspathic glazed stoneware

DimensionsOverall: 11 7/8 in. (30.2 cm)

InscribedStamped with circular "Jugtown Ware" "1993" and incised signature "Vernon / Owens"

Credit LineMuseum purchase

Object number94.1.7A

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DescriptionThis is one of a pair of tall trumpet-shaped candlesticks with a tan-grey overall glaze with the candle socket glazed in oxblood red on socket and wax pan. This style was first developed by Ben Owen in the 1930s.

Exhibition History"Southern Pottery from the Collection of The Chrysler Museum", The Chrysler Museum, Norfolk, VA, March 3/4 - May 29, 1994.