. Face Jugs have a long history in the Southern US but nobody seems to know exactly their origins. The most common stories are that they were invented as a way to warn children of the poisonous contents of the jars (be it arsenic or moonshine) or that they were meant to keep away evil…
Sold at auction Lanier Meaders Redware Pottery Face Jug for sale in auction. Auction Number 2538B, Lot Number 329. Bid on similar items for sale at auction
Lanier Meaders (White County, Georgia, 1917-1998) folk art pottery face jug, medium olive glaze with kaolin eyes and rock teeth. Signed on base "Lanier Meaders". 10"h. Condition: Ove…
I am a self-taught potter and sculptor creating original face jugs in Litchfield County, CT. yankee potter mahlke face jugs
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Sold at auction Stoneware Face Jug for sale in auction. Auction Number 2585B, Lot Number 287. Bid on similar items for sale at auction
I spent years in Sunday School. Snakes were the most interesting part....
Southern Folk Pottery Collectors Society
Southern Folk Pottery Collectors Society
Matt Jones Pottery - Face Jugs
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In preparation for a couple of forthcoming exhibitions I've been making a few slipware pieces, starting with this jug for the Saint...
Some memory jars may have come from African American traditions of decorating graves with objects owned by the deceased. The objects embedded in the surface of these bottles and jars provide clues about when they were made or who made them.
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Here's a topic it is tough to find accurate details on- a chicken/egg scenario I'm leaning towards a deep and specific ' first ' History. Hence the thread...
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