vase, James Sheldon Carey

Artwork Overview

1911–1999
vase, 1967
Where object was made: United States
Material/technique: stoneware; glaze
Credit line: Gift of J. Sheldon (Professor Emeritus) and Aletha Carey
Accession number: 1990.0109
Not on display

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Images

Label texts

Archive Label 2001:
This piece was thrown using the synthetic polymer Separan, rather than water, as a lubricant for the clay. Carey invented this technique. It allows for a cleaner throwing process and for the jagged edges seen here.

Exhibitions

Susan Earle, curator
1996–1997