A cohesive Canadian studio pottery grouping from Windsor, Ontario, this matched set includes a lidded casserole/serving pot and three coordinating bowls. The pieces share a warm, iron-rich stoneware body and an expressive drip-glaze over a lighter slip band, giving the set a strong late-20th-century craft presence and excellent shelf appeal.
Attribution & Period
Country of origin: Canada
Region: Windsor, Ontario (as marked on the underside)
Makers mark: initials NU (incised)
Date of manufacture: 1990 (firm; inscribed on the base)
Dimensions & Weight
Set includes (4 pieces total)
1. Lidded casserole / serving pot (Windsor, Ontario; dated 1990; signed NU)
Dimensions: [fits larger bowl]
2. Coordinating bowl #1
Dimensions: [Height: 5 1/8]
3. Coordinating bowl #2, 3 and 4
Dimensions: [Height: 2 1/4, Diameter: 5 1/2]
Condition and Care
Very good condition overall with light signs of age/use consistent with studio stoneware. Please review photos for exact surface character, glaze variation, and any handmade/kiln nuances. Care, Cleaning & Storage (Collector-friendly best practice) Cleaning Hand-wash recommended using mild dish soap and warm water. Avoid abrasive pads and powdered cleaners that can scratch glaze over time. For stubborn marks: use a gentle baking soda + water paste, then rinse thoroughly. Dishwasher / Microwave / Oven This is vintage studio pottery and the set includes two makers, dishwasher and microwave use cannot be guaranteed without maker confirmation or testing. If a buyer chooses to use it for warming/oven service: avoid thermal shock (no fridge/freezer to hot oven; avoid sudden temperature changes). Storage Store in a stable, dry environment. Do not stack pieces rim-to-rim without protection; use felt/cloth separators to prevent glaze wear. Lift the casserole by the body (not the lid knob alone) when handling.
Authenticity & Construction
All four pieces signed NU and Windsor. The large bowl is additionally inscribed Ontario 1990 (full location/date inscription). Material Hand-thrown studio stoneware (high-fired clay body) with a glossy drip glaze over a lighter slip band.
Placement
Late-20th-century studio craft / North American studio pottery (firm date: 1990). Visually it fits Rustic / Country, Craftsman / Arts & Crafts-adjacent, and Organic Modern interiors (earth tones, handmade form, glaze movement).
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 cohesive Canadian studio pottery grouping from Windsor, Ontario, this matched set includes a lidded casserole/serving pot and three coordinating bowls. The pieces share a warm, iron-rich stoneware body and an expressive drip-glaze over a lighter slip band, giving the set a strong late-20th-century craft presence and excellent shelf appeal.
Attribution & Period
Country of origin: Canada
Region: Windsor, Ontario (as marked on the underside)
Makers mark: initials NU (incised)
Date of manufacture: 1990 (firm; inscribed on the base)
Dimensions & Weight
Set includes (4 pieces total)
1. Lidded casserole / serving pot (Windsor, Ontario; dated 1990; signed NU)
Dimensions: [fits larger bowl]
2. Coordinating bowl #1
Dimensions: [Height: 5 1/8]
3. Coordinating bowl #2, 3 and 4
Dimensions: [Height: 2 1/4, Diameter: 5 1/2]
Condition and Care
Very good condition overall with light signs of age/use consistent with studio stoneware. Please review photos for exact surface character, glaze variation, and any handmade/kiln nuances. Care, Cleaning & Storage (Collector-friendly best practice) Cleaning Hand-wash recommended using mild dish soap and warm water. Avoid abrasive pads and powdered cleaners that can scratch glaze over time. For stubborn marks: use a gentle baking soda + water paste, then rinse thoroughly. Dishwasher / Microwave / Oven This is vintage studio pottery and the set includes two makers, dishwasher and microwave use cannot be guaranteed without maker confirmation or testing. If a buyer chooses to use it for warming/oven service: avoid thermal shock (no fridge/freezer to hot oven; avoid sudden temperature changes). Storage Store in a stable, dry environment. Do not stack pieces rim-to-rim without protection; use felt/cloth separators to prevent glaze wear. Lift the casserole by the body (not the lid knob alone) when handling.
Authenticity & Construction
All four pieces signed NU and Windsor. The large bowl is additionally inscribed Ontario 1990 (full location/date inscription). Material Hand-thrown studio stoneware (high-fired clay body) with a glossy drip glaze over a lighter slip band.
Placement
Late-20th-century studio craft / North American studio pottery (firm date: 1990). Visually it fits Rustic / Country, Craftsman / Arts & Crafts-adjacent, and Organic Modern interiors (earth tones, handmade form, glaze movement).
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.
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