An exquisite David Leach lidded pot from Lowerdown Pottery, finished in a soft crackle glaze with fine, natural crazing and subtle tonal variation. The form is classic Leach: balanced, quiet, and perfectly proportioned. The base rim carries his impressed DL / Lowerdown mark.
The glaze presents a delicate network of crackle lines with small iron speckles — a hallmark of Leach’s refined stoneware practice.
Provenance: This vessel comes from the Oxshott Pottery and Wren family collection, including works held by:
* Denise Wren (Australian/British, 1891–1979)
* Henry Wren (1884–1947)
* Rosemary D. Wren (1922–2013)
* Peter Crotty
The Wrens were foundational figures in British studio pottery, and works from their collection carry strong cultural and collector value.
Maker: Mike Dodd (British, b. 1943)
Form: Lidded jar / covered pot
Material: Stoneware
Glaze: Tenmoku style
Mark: Impressed MD to base
Era: 1970s–1980s
Height: 12 cm
Condition: Two tiny nibbles to the underside base edge are noted for accuracy; they are not visible when displayed and do not detract from the piece’s presentation. Otherwise excellent vintage condition; no cracks or repairs
Provenance: Oxshott Pottery & Wren family collection
PRODUCT CODE: D0652
Please note dimensions carefully as it is often difficult to judge sizes accurately from the images.
Note: All our items are vintage or pre-owned, so some signs of wear should be expected. Please read the description, view photos carefully, and feel free to ask any questions prior to purchase. We will always endeavour to note any imperfections, but the absence of this information does not imply that this item is free from defect. AI generated backgrounds are sometimes used for styling purposes.
An exquisite David Leach lidded pot from Lowerdown Pottery, finished in a soft crackle glaze with fine, natural crazing and subtle tonal variation. The form is classic Leach: balanced, quiet, and perfectly proportioned. The base rim carries his impressed DL / Lowerdown mark.
The glaze presents a delicate network of crackle lines with small iron speckles — a hallmark of Leach’s refined stoneware practice.
Provenance: This vessel comes from the Oxshott Pottery and Wren family collection, including works held by:
* Denise Wren (Australian/British, 1891–1979)
* Henry Wren (1884–1947)
* Rosemary D. Wren (1922–2013)
* Peter Crotty
The Wrens were foundational figures in British studio pottery, and works from their collection carry strong cultural and collector value.
Maker: Mike Dodd (British, b. 1943)
Form: Lidded jar / covered pot
Material: Stoneware
Glaze: Tenmoku style
Mark: Impressed MD to base
Era: 1970s–1980s
Height: 12 cm
Condition: Two tiny nibbles to the underside base edge are noted for accuracy; they are not visible when displayed and do not detract from the piece’s presentation. Otherwise excellent vintage condition; no cracks or repairs
Provenance: Oxshott Pottery & Wren family collection
PRODUCT CODE: D0652
Please note dimensions carefully as it is often difficult to judge sizes accurately from the images.
Note: All our items are vintage or pre-owned, so some signs of wear should be expected. Please read the description, view photos carefully, and feel free to ask any questions prior to purchase. We will always endeavour to note any imperfections, but the absence of this information does not imply that this item is free from defect. AI generated backgrounds are sometimes used for styling purposes.
