Studio Pottery Ribbed Lidded Urn

This item is a contemporary studio pottery lidded vessel or jar, standing approximately 12 to 15 inches tall. The piece is constructed from ceramic and features a distinctive globular base that transitions into a stepped, tiered lid, culminating in a pointed, finial-like spire. The entire exterior surface is characterized by deep, horizontal ribbing or 'throwing rings,' which provide a high degree of tactile texture and visual interest. The glaze application is a multi-tonal turquoise or seafoam green with significant cobalt blue drip accents originating from the shoulder and lid transitions, suggesting a reactive glaze technique common in mid-to-late 20th-century art pottery. The construction appears to be wheel-thrown, evidenced by the symmetry of the horizontal banding. In terms of condition, the piece appears structurally sound with no visible cracks or significant chips from this angle, though there is a natural variation in glaze density and some minor surface dust. The style is reminiscent of Post-Modern or late Studio Craft movement aesthetics, likely dating from the 1980s to the early 2000s. The craftsmanship is high, indicated by the precise alignment of the lid and the consistent depth of the decorative ribbing. No maker's marks are visible in the current view, though they would typically be located on the unglazed foot ring.

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