Creamware Posy Holder (UA 2014.214.01), 1955

Containers:
Artifacts Box 609
Scope and content:

Creamware ceramic five finger vase made in Williamsburg, VA between 1955 - 1970s by J. Palin Thorley. One of Thorley's most popular designs, it was modeled after an 18th century example in Colonial Williamsburg's collections. This design was first produced for CW's Craft House until 1956, but this later example was produced for sale in Thorley's studio. Maker's mark on bottom reads "Palin Thorley, Williamsburg, Virginia" with lamp design; which was Thorley's mark used from 1955 until he ceased production in the 1970s. See also J. Palin Thorley Papers (Mss. 1996.62). Dimensions: Base 3.25 in. (width) x 2.75 in. (depth); vase overall 9 in. (width) x 2.75 in. (depth) x 7.5 in. (height). Condition good; three triangular tips on fingers are broken; small red substance adhered to finger with two broken tips. Swem SCRC Purchase. Mss 2014.214.01 (Housed with Education Collection Item EDU 2015.001)

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