Billy Joe Craven 9" Simple Face Jug DP6069

From one of the oldest potting families in the South, Billy Joe is a descendant of Peter Craven, who set up a pottery business in North Carolina as early as 1760. Billy Joe learned to turn from members of the Hewell family and is now a leading producer of unglazed gardenware in the region. While Craven Pottery continues to produce outdoor decorative and functional pottery, Billy Joe finds time to continue the tradition of creating face jugs in his own unmistakable style.

A striking face jug with vivid blue eyes that immediately command attention. The simplified facial structure—wide-set eyes, pronounced nose, and exposed teeth—creates a direct, almost confrontational presence. This piece ties closely to the historical lineage of Southern face jugs, where glass eyes and dark glazes were often used for dramatic effect. Craven’s version maintains that intensity while refining the form into a clean, highly readable sculptural vessel.

This piece is 9" tall, about 7" wide, and has a 4" base.

Ships for $20. Because of the high shipping cost, pottery does not ship outside the continental USA.