Pottery

Based on 20 years’ research and experience with potters and their wares, folklorist Joey Brackner presents a definitive, comprehensive survey of folk potters and the folk pottery tradition in Alabama from the early historic period to the present. Illustrated with hundreds of color and black-and-white photographs, the book examines much admired and sought-after ceramics (such as crocks, face jugs, bowls, churns, and garden pottery) appreciated the world over for their originality, beauty, and...

This ceramic face jug was crafted by Monroe County, Alabama artist Sam Williams, IV. Williams, who learned to throw pottery initially from his father, adds his own touch of whimsy and humor to the classic "devil jug". "Evil Spirits Beware" is glazed in a translucent dark brown glaze, has deep green eyes, classic horns and pointed teeth, a forked tail, and is finished with a wire earring. The measurements for this ceramic sculpture is approximately 11" tall by 9" diameter.

This handcrafted ceramic vase by artist Kristin Law measures approximately 5" tall by 3.5" wide.

These ceramic oil bottles were handcrafted by artist Randy Shoults. They measure approximately 9.5" tall, 11.5" with the pouring spout, and 2.5" wide; though are each unique and will differ slightly in shape and size.

This ceramic bud vase, handcrafted by artist Randy Shoults, features two vases connected at angles. It measures approximately 6" tall and 4.5"x4.5" wide, though the individual vases are 2" wide.

This ceramic tea pot, handcrafted by artist Allen ham, glazed in a muted green, would be perfect for serving a hot cup of tea or displaying on your shelf. It measures approximately 5" tall, 6.25" including the lid, 4" at the base, about 6" diameter at the middle, and is 10" from handle to spout.

This ceramic cream and sugar set were handcrafted by artist Becky Blaylock. They feature a red iron oxide stain with a thick shiny black glaze detail.They are approximately 3.5" x 3.5" and the sugar jar lid is 5" wide.

Though they can be dated back to ancient Egyptian and Mesopotamian times, face jugs are also a large part of folk art history. One reason behind the creation was to ward off evil spirits, some even state that face jugs are supposed to be ugly enough to scare the devil away from your grave so that you can go to heaven. This face jug by artist Sam Williams is 13 inches tall and depicts his interpretation of a devil face.

Handcrafted ceramic coffee mug with a rose shaped thumb rest on the handle by potter Becky Blaylock.

Ceramic coffee mug by potter Becky Blaylock. The top 3.5 inches of the mug has been dipped in white glaze leaving the bottom inch unglazed.

Is your yard full of little toads needing a home. Then this handmade pottery toad house is perfect for you.It will also make a whimsical addition to the decoration in any room in your home.