Signed Nell Cole Graves 6″ Rebecca Pitcher – Carolina Blue – 1991 Vintage NC Pottery

Handmade and signed 6″ redware rebecca pitcher 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: “NCG, Age 83, 91″

Made at JB Cole Pottery in Steed, NC – 1991

This classic Rebecca pitcher is a traditional shape and style commonly used today as a flower vase, but has multiple functional applications in the home or kitchen. This piece features a beautiful light blue glaze with natural speckles and the tall, elegant handle that characterizes most Rebecca pitchers.

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

Size: Approximately 2.75″ diameter, 6” height

Color: Sky blue