Description: This beautiful handcrafted planter is a rare find for collectors of art pottery. Made by P Webb in 1947 at the Imperial Porcelain Co in Zanesville, Ohio, it features a glossy finish and measures 6.5 inches in length, 3 inches in height, and 3 3/4 inches in width. The item is an original and bears an impressed backstamp. The planter showcases a charming design of a baby and a skunk, with the theme of "Hillbilly" Blue Ridge. It is a vintage piece from the mid-20th century (1941-1969) and is perfect for decorative purposes. The production technique is pottery, and the item is signed by the artist. This is a must-have for antique enthusiasts and lovers of art pottery. Paul Webb was an important potter and illustrator; his work found in Esquire, The New Yorker and other publications. His theme was typically of stereotypical scenes of "hillbillies" who lived in rural Ohio. His work has historical importance. Imperial Porcelain Co. was only in business for a few years and it was situated in the important ceramics town of Zanesville Ohio. **This piece is damaged- the woman is missing half of her right arm. Her nose and forehead also have some glaze loss. The piece is otherwise in excellent condition. The damage is not visible from many different angles- please review photos carefully.
Price: 24 USD
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
End Time: 2024-08-13T19:28:08.000Z
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Origin: Zanesville Ohio
Antique: No
Signed By: P Webb
Year Manufactured: 1947
Item Length: 6.5 in
Vintage: Yes
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Item Height: 3 in
Features: Planter
Production Style: Art Pottery
Finish: Glossy
Handmade: Yes
Item Width: 3 3/4 in
Signed: Yes
Color: Multicolor
Material: Porcelain
Subject: Baby & Skunk
Brand: Imperial Porcelain Co
Type: Planter
Era: Mid 20th Century (1941-1969)
Model: No. 104
Theme: "Hillbilly" Blue Ridge
Time Period Manufactured: 1940-1949
Production Technique: Pottery
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Backstamp: Impressed
Product Line: Mt. Boys