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Laura Fry Rookwood Limoges Glaze Pitcher, 1884
Item Details
A Laura Fry artist signed Rookwood glazed pitcher designed with a finely painted barn swallow with thin brown colored grass. Dated 1884 to the underside, this bulbous drinking vessel presents a light brown top with pouring spot and handle. Laura Anne Fry (January 22, 1857 – 1943) was an American artist who was born in White County Indiana and specialized in wood carving and ceramic artwork. She was a professor of Art at Purdue University later in her life. In the 19th Century, Laura Fry created and designed the organ screen at historic Music Hall in Cincinnati, Ohio.
| Type | Pitcher |
| Brand | Laura Fry for Rookwood |
| Materials | Earthenware |
| Marks | Impressed |
| Period | Late 19th/ Early 20th Century |
| Date | 1884 |
| Origin | United States |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Additional Information | Signed LF to the underside |
Condition
- scratches to the finish with gilt paint loss from age and handling being marked to the underside, soiling, residue, and marks noted
Dimensions
5.75" W x 6.75" H x 4.75" D
- measured for shipping
Item #
ITMG203549
