Brian Wilson 17" Old Man with Hat DP6046

This 17-inch figural expands the traditional Southern face vessel into a fully realized character form. Depicting a bearded man in bib overalls and a tall, textured hat, the piece merges functional jug form with sculptural storytelling—an approach that places it firmly within the evolving language of contemporary folk pottery.

Wilson’s hand is evident in the expressive modeling: heavy-lidded eyes, a pronounced brow, and a deeply worked beard that carries both movement and personality. The applied elements—hat brim, facial features, and looping handles integrated as arms—create a dynamic, almost animated presence. Layered glazes in earthy greens, browns, and denim blues reinforce the agrarian narrative, while subtle variations in surface texture suggest both wear and character.

Standing at 17 inches, (9.5"wide and has a 4.5" base) this is a commanding display piece with strong visual weight, appealing to collectors of Southern folk pottery, outsider art, and modern interpretations of the face jug tradition. It bridges utilitarian roots with sculptural intent, making it equally at home in a pottery collection or as a standalone statement object.

Ships with tracking and insurance for $30. Pottery does not ship outside the continental USA.