Signed Studio Pottery Espresso Cup, Speckled Glaze

Offered is 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. Mark / Signature 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. Materials & Technique • 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 Condition Excellent vintage condition. • No cracks, chips, or repairs • Clean rim and intact foot ring • Normal kiln speckling and firing variation consistent with studio pottery Estimated Period Likely late 20th century (1970–1985) 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 Dimensions (approx.) • Diameter: ~3 in / 7.5 cm • Height: ~2.25 in / 5.7 cm Pick up Dupont and Landsdowne