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Signed “Walker 1979,” this handcrafted studio pottery teapot features a rich earth-tone glaze, bamboo-wrapped handle, and its original three-leg wood …
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Signed “Walker 1979,” this handcrafted studio pottery teapot features a rich earth-tone glaze, bamboo-wrapped handle, and its original three-leg wood presentation platform. A beautifully balanced decorative object in excellent vintage condition with no chips or scratches.
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Full Description
A beautifully handcrafted studio pottery teapot signed Walker 1979, showcasing the warm, grounded aesthetic of late 20th-century American studio ceramics.
The vessel features a layered earth-tone glaze transitioning from deep charcoal and moss to warm ochre, creating a natural horizon line effect across the body. The bamboo handle is secured with traditional wrapped bindings, adding organic contrast and sculptural presence. The spout and lid are proportioned with quiet restraint, reinforcing its balanced, intentional design.
Included is the original rustic wooden presentation platform, complete with three offset legs and twine detail threaded through the front holes — a thoughtful display element that enhances its wabi-sabi appeal.
Both functional and sculptural, this piece works beautifully as:
• A countertop accent
• A tea ritual object
• A shelf or vignette focal point
• A collectible studio pottery example
Signed clearly on the underside: Walker 1979.
A refined decorative object that feels grounded, authentic, and quietly sophisticated.
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Dimensions
Teapot:
• 7 1⁄2” H (base to top of handle)
• 5 1⁄4” H (base to top of lid)
• 4” H (base to rim)
• 8 1⁄2” W (back of body to tip of spout)
Handle:
• 6 1⁄2” W
• 4 1⁄4” H
Wooden Display Board:
• 13” W
• 5” D
• 1 1⁄4” H
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Condition Report
Excellent vintage condition.
No chips, cracks, or scratches.
Glaze is intact and evenly preserved.
Bamboo handle is secure and stable.
Wood platform is structurally sound with light, natural age-appropriate character consistent with handcrafted construction.
Signed clearly on underside: Walker 1979.
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Attribution / Era
Signed Walker, dated 1979.
Late 20th Century American Studio Pottery.
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- Dimensions
- 8ʺW × 6ʺD × 8ʺH
- Styles
- Asian
- Rustic
- Traditional
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bamboo
- Pottery
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Charcoal
- Condition Notes
- Excellent vintage condition. The ceramic body retains its original glaze with strong surface integrity and even coloration throughout. There are … moreExcellent vintage condition. The ceramic body retains its original glaze with strong surface integrity and even coloration throughout. There are no chips, cracks, hairlines, repairs, or structural damage observed to the body, spout, or lid. The lid seats properly and securely. The glaze transition remains crisp and intentional, with no visible glaze loss or surface scratching. Interior is clean and free of staining, crazing, or mineral buildup. The bamboo-wrapped handle is secure and structurally sound, with tight bindings and no loosening at attachment points. Metal brackets remain stable with no bending or stress fractures. The underside signature, “Walker 1979,” is clearly legible and intact. The accompanying wooden presentation platform is solid and stable. It retains its original three-leg configuration (intentionally asymmetrical) and twine detail threaded through the front holes. The wood shows light, natural tonal variation consistent with handcrafted construction, not damage. No cracks, splits, or structural compromise to the platform. Overall presentation is exceptionally well-preserved for a 1979 studio pottery piece. less
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