Michael Gates 3.75" Face Jug Collaboration with Matt Sellars DP6080

This collaborative face jug by Michael Gates and Matt Sellars blends two distinct Southern pottery voices into a single, highly animated form. Built low and wide, the jug carries a strong presence, finished in a warm, iron-rich glaze that breaks softly across the surface, highlighting the sculpted features.

The front presents a mischievous, almost devilish expression—wide-set eyes, arched brows, and a toothy grin accented with pronounced fang-like teeth. Curled, horn-like handles rise from the shoulders, reinforcing the creature-like identity. In contrast, the reverse introduces a second narrative: a more solemn, stylized face rendered in dark slip, with tear-like markings and simplified features. This dual-sided composition creates a compelling push between humor and emotion, playfulness and introspection. The collaboration is evident in both the construction and surface—Gates’ expressive sculptural language paired with Sellars’ graphic, narrative-driven mark-making. A standout example of contemporary Southern folk pottery, this piece functions as both vessel and storytelling object, offering collectors a rare dual-authored work with strong visual impact from every angle.

This piece is 3.75" tall, 5.25" wide, and with a 4" base..

This piece will be shipped with tracking and insurance for $18. Pottery does not ship outside the continental US