Tile, 1920-1930
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Detroit's renowned Pewabic Pottery was founded by artist Mary Chase Perry (later Stratton) and her friend and business partner Horace J. Caulkins in 1903 as part of the American Arts and Crafts movement. Perry led the pottery until her death in 1961, developing the simple forms, unique iridescent glazes, and architectural tile installations that would make Pewabic famous nationwide.
Detroit's renowned Pewabic Pottery was founded by artist Mary Chase Perry (later Stratton) and her friend and business partner Horace J. Caulkins in 1903 as part of the American Arts and Crafts movement. Perry led the pottery until her death in 1961, developing the simple forms, unique iridescent glazes, and architectural tile installations that would make Pewabic famous nationwide.
Artifact
Tile (Object genre)
Date Made
1920-1930
Keywords
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
62.53.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Earthenware
Glaze
Color
Green
Blue
Olive (color)
Dimensions
Width: 10.75 in
Length: 10.75 in
Height: 1 in
Weight: 6.75 lbs
Inscriptions
on edge [label]: PEWABIC / DETROIT
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