Crabstock Teapot (P455)
Catalogue Record
Collection
Maker
Walter Keeler
Title
Crabstock Teapot
Made in
Penallt
Date
1998
Description
Earthenware teapot, with an orange-yellow and brown glaze with green additions and motifs, and the handle raised above the lid.
Materials and techniques
White earthenware body thrown on kick wheel. Extruded handle, press moulded spout, biscuit fired at 1140 deg. C with 2 hour soak. Lead frit glaze, clear inside, polychrome outside. Exterior glazes brushed on in discreet areas with black stain.
Dimensions
height: 24cm
width: 18cm
diameter: 10cm
Object number
P455
Category
Maker's statement
I have developed my earthenware over the past three years, drawing inspiration from Staffordshire pots of the 18th century. The showcase exhibition with (JaniceTchalenko) for the Crafts Council (Gallery Shop) marked a turning point. From my tentative speculations a clear way forward emerged.
Walter Keeler, 24 October 1998
Walter Keeler, 24 October 1998