About this objectpart of set - Della Robbia red earthenware vase, double gourd shape, coated in white slip and sgraffito decorated with rambling vine with leaves and grapes, green and yellow against a maroon ground
Due to a reference to a 'Miss Furniss' in the diary of Charles Collis, it has been assumed that the maker's mark 'MF' is from this designer. However, tracking down the identity of this woman has been difficult, with some candidates, such as a 'May Furniss', having doubts in their likelihood as the mystery artist.
MakerDella Robbia Pottery (active 1894-1906)
Maker Rolemanufacturer
MakerFogo, John (died 1980)
Maker Roledesigner
MakerFurniss, 'Miss'
Maker Roledecorator
Medium and Materialsearthenware
Place MadeBirkenhead, Merseyside
Style and IconographyArts and Crafts
Inscription and Marksmark
DRPM
Method: inscribed
Position: base
