Signed Nell Cole Graves 4″ Large Ceramic Mug – 1992 Vintage NC Pottery – Purple / Mauve

Handmade and signed 4″ ceramic mug by North Carolina folk artist and potter Nell Cole Graves

Nell Cole Graves (1908–1997) is the daughter of Jacon Bewit Cole, the founder of J.B. Cole Pottery near Seagrove, through which two centuries of Cole potters persisted in region. Graves’ father taught her to throw on a treadle wheel from age 9, and Graves eventually came to run the family business.

Signed on the underside: “J.B. Cole’s, Nell Cole Graves, Age 83, 1992, Seagrove N.C.”

Made at JB Cole Pottery in Steed, NC – 1992

This oversized coffee mug features a beautiful mauve glaze with tiny speckles. It has rounded lower walls and an elegant hand-formed handle.

Excellent pre-owned condition for its age. No chips or cracks. Please see photos for details.

Size: Approximately 4″ width, 4″ height

Colors: Purple / Mauve with hints of brown and tan