Fantastic, highly expressive vintage 1970s studio art pottery "ugly face" mug by renowned folk artist Peter Petrie. This collectible 3D character piece features a comically cross-eyed man with a large bulbous nose, a sculpted beard, and a distinct ribbed-ring ceramic texture along the body.
Item Details:
- Artist / Potter: Peter Petrie (Signed on bottom)
- Design Motif: 3D Exaggerated Ugly Face / Weird Guy
- Color Palette: Two-tone earthy brown and cream/beige glaze
- Texture: Ribbed / Ring-turned wheel throwing marks
- Era: Circa 1970s (Classic American Folk Art Pottery Movement)
- Style: Coffee Mug / Studio Stoneware
Signature & Authentication:
- The bottom of the mug features the authentic Peter Petrie signature
Approximate Measurements:
- Height: 5.5 inches
- Width (Diameter at Rim): 3 inches
Condition:
- Excellent vintage condition. There are no notable chips, cracks, or structural repairs on the prominent 3D features (nose, eyes, beard, or rim).
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