Small Bartram Full Pot with Saucer, Natural White Clay Table with its wide rim

with its wide rim

dating back to the 14th century

Marbled pottery—often called agateware—has captivated makers and collectors for centuries

with a slightly angular silhouette

English pancheons were originally for use in the kitchen

Small Bartram Full Pot with Saucer, Natural White Clay Table with its wide rimThis style is inspired by pot shards excavated at Bartram's Garden in Philadelphia. John Bartram, (1699 1777) was considered the "father of American botany", and his 8 acre garden in Philadelphia is cited as being the first true botanic garden in North America. He regularly sent plant specimens and seeds to fellow botanists in England, and in 1765, King George III made him Royal Botanist for North America. He is said to have used pots like this to