Pear by Nancy Briggs

This decorative pear is made of red earthenware clay. The rich, matte surfaces are accented with a white slip and layered underglazes. A glossy leaf completes the piece!

Dimensions: 4.5" tall.

Handmade by Nancy Briggs of Des Moines, Iowa.

"My wheel thrown pottery currently is made of red earthenware clay accented with a white slip, under glazes and a metallic black glaze which produces a rich, colorful, matte surface. I also occasionally produce mid range stoneware pottery with carved surfaces in quiet glazes when I miss functional pottery making. I continue to work in clay because it has so many options. I can strive to perfect a form, a glaze, or a persons expression and features."

"I taught at the Des Moines Art Center for 29 years and now work full time in my personal studio in a renovated carriage house. I will also be teaching classes at the Ankeny Art Center. My inspirational message for students is "you can do this!”  My message in my work is Love the  Earth."

"I have been a potter for over 40 years and also draw plant forms in pastel and garden. I guess I just like dirt!"

Find more Nancy's work here.