The Tracy Dotson NC Studio Pottery Fish-Scale Bowl is a beautifully crafted piece of art pottery featuring a unique green fish-scale design. Signed by the artist, this decorative bowl captures the essence of the sea with its intricate fish-themed pattern. Made using traditional pottery techniques, this blue-green bowl adds a touch of artistic flair to any space it is displayed in, making it a standout piece in any collection of decorative cookware or serveware.
This handcrafted studio pottery bowl (signed Dotson on the base) measures about 9 inches (23 cm) diameter by 3 inches (7.6 cm) tall
. It is in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs; the glaze is glossy and intact. Tracy Dotson (1940–2015) was a North Carolina potter (of Dry Creek Pottery) famous for blue-green “fish scale” glaze designs
. The bold blue-green and brown mottled pattern on this bowl is characteristic of Dotson’s work
, and the marked signature on the underside verifies its provenance.
Brand/Artist: Tracy Dotson (Dry Creek Pottery, NC)
Type: Studio Art Pottery Bowl
Material: Glazed Ceramic/Stoneware
Color/Pattern: Blue-green “fish-scale” glaze (brown interior)
Dimensions: ~9″ diameter × 3″ height (23×7.6 cm)
Origin: United States (North Carolina)
Era: Vintage (circa 1970s)
Production Style: Handcrafted art pottery
Signed: Yes, “Dotson” on the base (authentic Tracy Dotson piece)
Condition: Used – excellent vintage (no chips, cracks or repairs)
Excellent vintage condition.
No chips, cracks, or repairs observed.
Glaze is glossy and vibrant.
Signed studio pottery
Beautiful fish-scale glaze pattern
Handmade stoneware
Collectible North Carolina pottery
Functional or decorative piece
Perfect for collectors of studio pottery, NC pottery, or Tracy Dotson pieces.