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Earthenware vase designed by Christopher Dresser for Linthorpe Pottery

Object No. 97/268/1

As opposed to John Ruskin and William Morris, Christopher Dresser was an enthusiastic advocate of scientific progress and the machine. The association of simplicity with progress led him to reject the taste for rich decoration of 19th century historical styles and Naturalism which used representational decoration and high-relief ornaments indiscriminately applied to objects. Dresser's interest in forms based on the structure of plants, his emphasis on function in design and the economic use of materials such as electroplated silver, have no precedent in Western design traditions.The restrained design of this striking vase is a fine example of Dresser's innovative pottery produced by the Linthrope Pottery. Eva Czernis-Ryl. Curator

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Summary

Object Statement

Vase, earthenware, designed by Christopher Dresser, manufactured by Linthorpe Pottery, Yorkshire, England, c.1880

Physical Description

A wheel-turned earthenware vase covered with red glaze, resting on a flat circular base, tapering cylindrical shape extending into slender neck.

DIMENSIONS

Height

210 mm

Diameter

186 mm

PRODUCTION

Notes

This vase was designed by Dr Christopher Dresser and manufacturered by Linthorpe Pottery in Middlesbrough, Yorkshire, England around 1880.

HISTORY

Notes

Dr Christopher Dresser (1934- 1904) was probably one of the most influential designers of the nineteenth century. From 1856 his publications, which used contemporary printing technology to reinforce their impact, influenced not only the design but also the manufacture of decorative arts in Europe.

SOURCE

Credit Line

Gift of Bob Meyer under the Tax Incentives for the Arts Scheme, 1997

Acquisition Date

15 September 1997

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