MakerAttributed to
John Davis Leopard(American, active 1850–1883)American, active 1850–1883
Makerassociated with
Prothro Pottery Company(American, active 1846–1865)American, active 1846–1865
Makeror
John Leopard Pottery Company(American, active c. 1860–1883)American, active c. 1860–1883
CultureAmerican
Titles
- Jar
Datec. 1850–1883
Made inHenderson, Texas, United States
MediumAlkaline-glazed stoneware
Dimensions10 7/8 × 6 3/4 in. diameter (27.6 × 17.1 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of William J. Hill
Object numberB.2012.95
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Texas Alcove And Hall
Exposé
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Department
Bayou BendObject Type
John Leopard was born in 1800 in Edgefield, South Carolina, into a family well established in the area’s pottery making tradition. He lived in Alabama before coming to Rusk County, Texas, by 1850. Prior to establishing his own pottery in Henderson, he was probably employed by James Prothro. His pots are notable for their elegantly formed profiles and carefully executed rims and handles.
The potter added horizontal emphasis to this jar with two incised lines, one at the shoulder and one just below the widest point of the body.
Provenance[Jon St. Clair, Austin]; purchased by William J. Hill (1934–2018), Houston, 2000; given to MFAH, 2012.
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