Studio Pottery Anthropomorphic Figural Candle Holder

Hammer

£12

Studio Pottery Anthropomorphic Figural Candle Holder

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A single studio pottery figural candle holder, rendered in an anthropomorphic or folk art style. The piece is constructed of stoneware, featuring a conical body supporting a simplified, rounded head. The figure wears a wide-brimmed hat, the crown of which forms a small, cup-like depression suitable for holding a candle. The body is finished in a matte tan/ochre glaze with a textured surface. Decoration includes two horizontal bands of deeply incised vertical slashes, accented with a dark brown glaze. The face features minimalist incised eyes, nose, and mouth. The hat is finished in a contrasting matte grayish-green glaze. No discernible artist signatures or maker's marks are visible.
Height: 4.5 inches (11.4 cm)