Ellipsoidal Teapot: Natural Selection

Artist Richard Notkin (American, 1948-)

OriginHelena, Montana, United States

Date1992

MediumRed earthenware

DimensionsOverall (G99.6.55.1-2): 8.2 x 16.9 x 10.2 cm (3 1/4 x 6 5/8 x 4 in.)

MarkingsInscribed on base Notkin 1992

DescriptionSmall terra cotta teapot with refined detail and a pair of dice on lid. The spout and handle appear to be made of metal sleeves. The pot sits on half a walnut shell, a peanut shell, an almond and three hazelnut shells.

Credit LineGift of Aaron Milrad in memory of Bella and Joseph Milrad

Object numberG99.6.55.1-2

Classifications

Modern and Contemporary Ceramics

Sub-classification

American

Collections

Status

On view

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