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Christopher Woods Turtle Creek Pottery Ugly Face Jug 1997 Wood Fired Ohio Folk
Studio pottery face jug created at Turtle Creek Pottery in Ohio and signed by potter Christopher Woods. This piece features a humorous grotesque expression with heavy sculpted brows, exaggerated nose, protruding ears, and a folded tongue sticking out.
The base contains a detailed inscription which reads:
“1997 Christopher Woods
Hello Good Day
Lead Glaze – Not for food use
WF #127
Marti McCoy”
Great display piece of modern American folk-style pottery.
Details
• Maker: Christopher Woods
• Studio: Turtle Creek Pottery
• Location: Ohio, USA
• Year: 1997
• Type: Ugly face jug / folk art pottery
• Additional signature: Marti McCoy
• Lead glaze marked decorative use only
Measurements
• Height: 7.5 in
• Width: 7 in
• Depth: 7 in
• Weight: Just under 3 lbs
Condition
Excellent condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs observed. Glaze variations and minor kiln marks are typical of handmade studio pottery and add to the character of the piece.
**We have additional face jugs available. Please see our other listings.**
