A hand-thrown, signed studio pottery espresso / demitasse cup, featuring a distinctive cream stoneware body with iron speckling and expressive cobalt blue and iron-oxide brush accents. This is a one-of-a-kind artisan piece, not mass-produced. The cup has a low, wide profile typical of studio espresso forms, with a comfortably pulled handle that shows subtle asymmetry an indicator of hand craftsmanship rather than mold production.
The glaze is a semi-matte, lightly variegated surface with natural pooling and movement, consistent with reduction or cone-10 style firing practices.
The base is clearly hand-signed with what appears to read McDan (or similar signature remains open to interpretation). The mark is incised into the clay prior to firing, a standard practice among independent studio potters. No factory stamps or commercial marks are present.
Hand-thrown stoneware Speckled clay body (iron-bearing) Hand-applied cobalt and iron oxide decoration Wheel-thrown and hand-finished
Signed by the artist on base
Excellent condition. No cracks, chips, or repairs Clean rim and intact foot ring Normal kiln speckling and firing variation consistent with studio pottery
(19701985) based on form, glaze palette, and studio pottery conventions of the era. This attribution is stylistic and not guaranteed. Why This Appeals to Collectors Signed, one-off studio work Classic speckled stoneware aesthetic Expressive but restrained glaze work Ideal for collectors of North American studio pottery, espresso ware, or handmade ceramics Display-worthy yet functional
Diameter: ~3 in / 7.5 cm
Height: ~2.25 in / 5.7 cm
STANDARD ATTRIBUTION & VALUE DISCLOSURE; This piece is described to the best of current scholarly and market knowledge. Any maker or regional attribution is based on visual analysis, materials, construction techniques, and documented stylistic comparisons. As with many vintage and antique glass objects, definitive attribution may not be possible without original labels or factory records. Pricing reflects condition, quality, decorative appeal, and current collector demand rather than a guaranteed maker identification.
A hand-thrown, signed studio pottery espresso / demitasse cup, featuring a distinctive cream stoneware body with iron speckling and expressive cobalt blue and iron-oxide brush accents. This is a one-of-a-kind artisan piece, not mass-produced. The cup has a low, wide profile typical of studio espresso forms, with a comfortably pulled handle that shows subtle asymmetry an indicator of hand craftsmanship rather than mold production.
The glaze is a semi-matte, lightly variegated surface with natural pooling and movement, consistent with reduction or cone-10 style firing practices.
The base is clearly hand-signed with what appears to read McDan (or similar signature remains open to interpretation). The mark is incised into the clay prior to firing, a standard practice among independent studio potters. No factory stamps or commercial marks are present.
Hand-thrown stoneware Speckled clay body (iron-bearing) Hand-applied cobalt and iron oxide decoration Wheel-thrown and hand-finished
Signed by the artist on base
Excellent condition. No cracks, chips, or repairs Clean rim and intact foot ring Normal kiln speckling and firing variation consistent with studio pottery
(19701985) based on form, glaze palette, and studio pottery conventions of the era. This attribution is stylistic and not guaranteed. Why This Appeals to Collectors Signed, one-off studio work Classic speckled stoneware aesthetic Expressive but restrained glaze work Ideal for collectors of North American studio pottery, espresso ware, or handmade ceramics Display-worthy yet functional
Diameter: ~3 in / 7.5 cm
Height: ~2.25 in / 5.7 cm
STANDARD ATTRIBUTION & VALUE DISCLOSURE; This piece is described to the best of current scholarly and market knowledge. Any maker or regional attribution is based on visual analysis, materials, construction techniques, and documented stylistic comparisons. As with many vintage and antique glass objects, definitive attribution may not be possible without original labels or factory records. Pricing reflects condition, quality, decorative appeal, and current collector demand rather than a guaranteed maker identification.
