Re: Mick & Sheila Casson

by **philpot** Sun Jul 09, 2023 7:38 pm

These from 1958/59 are very similar to the Ian Godfrey Pots which I posted on the Ian Godfrey, Thread. From COCA York, June 2023

by **HelenC** Tue Aug 22, 2023 7:33 pm

A huge crock pot (approx 12in tall) which was described as by Alan Ward - the mark seems to match but I can’t find any other examples of his work in a salt glaze. It’s beautifully made, with what appear to be kanji symbols applied to the neck. Any thoughts appreciated.

by **NaomiM** Tue Aug 22, 2023 7:37 pm

right way up. Pretty sure it's Michael Casson's UM mark

by **HelenC** Tue Aug 22, 2023 7:47 pm

Oh, I hadn’t thought about that at all. I’ll do some more research. Thank you!

by **HelenC** Tue Aug 22, 2023 8:06 pm

Thanks, Naomi, I’ve tracked down several almost identical bread crocks (in form) by Michael Casson so it’s safe to say it’s by him. This was one of the ‘extras’ in an auction lot I bought solely for a little Phil Rogers jar in it - so a nice surprise, it will be staying now!

by **philpot** Tue Aug 22, 2023 8:49 pm

Nice piece. The mark is a C lying flat upon the Top of the M

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