Studio Pottery Pot with Incised Artist Signatures

This is a studio pottery vessel, showcasing the flat, circular base which features prominent incised markings from the potter's wheel and hand-etched signatures. The item is constructed from a coarse-grained stoneware clay body with a distinct earthy brown and tan coloration. The base displays concentric threw lines, a result of the wheel-turning process, which provides a textured grip and aesthetic depth. Across the upper half of the base, there are fluid, hand-incised marks that appear to be a stylized artist's signature; while difficult to decipher with absolute certainty due to the expressive script, it bears a resemblance to 'Zeta' or a similar character-based moniker typical of mid-20th-century artisan pottery. Small specks of blue and white glaze run-off or drips are visible along the perimeter of the foot, suggesting a colorful glaze was applied to the main body of the pot. The condition appears stable with no major cracks visible on the base, though there is natural pitting inherent to the high-fire clay. The craftsmanship indicates a hand-thrown piece, likely dating from the 1960s to 1980s, consistent with the American Craft Movement style.