Description
A small yellow seated figure nestles inside the front of this Vermont log planter, contrasting with the green and brown bark-textured body. Knots, growth rings and rounded log ends give the ceramic form its woodland character, with an elongated planting opening above.
The supplied identification places this South African piece in the Vermont range, associated with Boksburg East Potteries. Its estimated date is mid 20th century, but the exact production year of this example and the production dates of model 161 remain unconfirmed. A Vermont label is visible on one end. The supplied identification records model 161; the photographed label and underside provide the accompanying identification details. Related forms and makers appear in the South African Ceramics collection.
- Maker: Vermont; South Africa, following the supplied identification
- Dimensions: 11 cm (height) × 23 cm (width)
- Condition: Excellent, as supplied. No chips or cracks. The photographs form part of the condition description.
- Features: Hollow log form, moulded bark and knots, yellow seated figure, green and brown glazes and Vermont label
- Period: Mid 20th century, estimated; exact date unconfirmed
- SKU: SKU-00709
A sculptural piece for collectors of South African ceramics, Vermont pottery or glazed decorative pottery.