Vintage Sgraffito Hand Crafted Studio Pottery Archer And Deer Mug

Vintage Sgraffito style pottery mug Features a panoramic scene of an archer hunting a deer in a forest It has a very Paleolithic, cave art vibe Sgraffito derives from the Italian word sgraffiare, which means "to scratch" The sgraffito design is created by removing clay as a piece dries to create an artistic pattern or design This style has a long history and was used in many art forms, including building facades, before being adopted by potters It became popular in Italy during the Renaissance This 20th century piece is a prime example of deep sgraffito, clearly showing the excise marks used to create the design Very well crafted with multiple layers of glaze highlighting the artwork The rim, handle and interior of the mug are finished in a rich combination of blues with darker accents, the effect is almost like a midnight sky in the forest The finishing touch is a deer hoof print inside the mug Signed by the artist on the bottom Measures approx 3 5/8” tall Nice vintage condition with age appropriate wear, no chips, cracks or repairs It is unused and still has an original sticker that reads Mar. 1993 on the rim Please note I pack all fragile items in tissue paper and newsprint for secure shipping Please see all photos as part of the description 10/22/25