John Davis Leopard
Jar

CultureAmerican
Titles
  • Jar
Datec. 1846–1865
Made inHenderson, Texas, United States
MediumSlip-glazed stoneware
Dimensions15 3/8 × 9 1/8 in. diameter (39.1 × 23.2 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of William J. Hill
Object numberB.2012.100
Non exposé

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Department
Bayou Bend
Object Type
DescriptionJohn 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.
Provenance[Jon St. Clair, Austin]; purchased by William J. Hill (1934–2018), Houston, date unknown; given to MFAH, 2012.
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