John Davis Leopard
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MakerAttributed to John Davis Leopard (American, active 1850–1883)American, active 1850–1883

Maker Prothro Pottery Company (American, active 1846–1865)American, active 1846–1865

CultureAmerican

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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

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Bayou Bend

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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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