Pitcher 1890s - 1900s

This "Pitcher" by George E. Ohr, created between the 1890s and 1900s, is a unique example of his eccentric and innovative approach to ceramics. Ohr, known as the "Mad Potter of Biloxi," embraced the unpredictability of clay, allowing it to take on organic, almost sculptural forms. The piece's deep purple glaze and the irregular, twisted handle showcase Ohr's mastery of both form and surface decoration. This pitcher, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies Ohr's departure from traditional ceramic aesthetics and his embrace of the inherent beauty of the material.