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Lot 7 DAVID L. DAVIS MUSTACHE MAN FACE STONEWARE ART POTTERY Pots Lade - $300
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DAVID L. DAVIS: Stoneware "People Pots" Sugar Bowl by DLD, David L. Davis (1942-2016), Flemington, New Jersey
Vintage David L. Davis man-face stoneware art pottery mugs marked DLD on the side. Very unique style with the inside fully glazed and the outside partially dipped
RARE David L. Davis "People Pots" Stoneware Sugar and Creamer Set with large base and ladel with top to huge soup drink pot.
Handcrafted Face Mugs - Signed DLD - Vintage Flemington, NJ
For sale is a rare and collectible set of "People Pots" stoneware pieces by renowned ceramic artist David L. Davis (1942-2016). This vintage sugar and creamer set, handmade in Flemington, New Jersey, features Davis's signature whimsical faces, with intricate detailing and expressive features. Each piece is signed DLD on the side, attesting to its authenticity.
Description:
Style: Handcrafted, rustic stoneware "People Pots" with distinctive face designs
Artist: David L. Davis (1942-2016)
Location: Flemington, New Jersey
Signature: Each piece is marked "DLD"
Materials: High-quality stoneware with a blue glaze on the rim, handle, and lid
Features: The pieces are partially glazed inside for a smooth finish, with rough-textured exteriors to highlight the natural clay
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with no chips or cracks, except for the sugar top has been reglued; refer to photos for exact details
Dimensions:
Creamer (mustache face): Approximately 3.5” tall x 4.5” wide (including handle)
Sugar bowl with lid (nose face): Approximately 4.5” tall x 3.5” wide
Large soup bowl pot with lid and ladel.
About David L. Davis and His Work: David L. Davis, a celebrated potter from New Jersey, was known for his unique "People Pots" series, which features humorous, characterful faces sculpted into functional pottery. His work reflects a playful, folk art aesthetic and is highly collectible. Davis’s "People Pots" capture personality and charm, making each piece feel like a small work of art. These stoneware items, hand-thrown and artistically embellished, are sought after by collectors of folk and studio pottery.
Notes:
The inside is fully glazed for easy cleaning, while the outer surfaces retain a raw, earthy texture.
The whimsical, hand-sculpted details, such as bushy eyebrows, large noses, and expressive mouths, make each piece one-of-a-kind.
This delightful set will add charm to any pottery collection or make a fantastic conversation piece in any kitchen. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of David L. Davis's legacy with this rare set.