Steve Turpin 13.5" Bow Tie Man DP6407

This tall face jug by Georgia folk potter Steve Turpin brings a wonderfully eccentric personality to the traditional Southern face jug form. The tall, bottle-shaped vessel features wide, bulging eyes, heavy brows, prominent ears, an exaggerated nose, and an open, toothy grin. A bright red-and-white striped bow tie adds an unexpected touch of humor and gives the character an almost comically formal appearance.

A dark, glossy glaze covers the elongated body, allowing the sculpted facial features and colorful details to stand out dramatically. From the uneven teeth and blue accents around the mouth to the oversized eyes and jaunty bow tie, Turpin gives the piece an engaging character that changes with every viewing angle.

Both humorous and slightly unsettling, this expressive jug reflects Turpin's distinctive approach to contemporary Georgia folk pottery while remaining firmly connected to the Southern face jug tradition.

This piece is 13.5" tall and about 8.25" wide with a 4.25" base.. 

Ships double boxed with insurance and tracking for $23 Pottery does not ship outside the continental USA.