Clay Pigeon

Name: Clay Pigeon
 
Type: None
 
Year: Late 20th to early 21st century
 
Set: No
 
Mark: None - Signed “Douglas”
 
History: The iridescent effect and burnished texture are characteristic of raku pottery, which is known for its unpredictability and organic feel. The burn marks and darkened edges are the result of post-firing reduction, a process that adds to each piece’s uniqueness. The form—rounded and birdlike—is both whimsical and sculptural, appealing to collectors of modern studio pottery and animal forms.
 
 
The signature “Douglas” is etched by hand and accompanied by what appears to be a date or serial number. Without a confirmed full name or studio, it’s attributed to an independent studio potter, likely active in the U.S., U.K., or South Africa.
 
Flaws: None