A rare, signed Burlon Craig (1914-2002) Southern Folk Art Birdhouse Face Jug, Catawba Valley, North Carolina, late-20thC. Traditional folk pottery by Craig is highly sought-after by collectors. See Internet for further information on the artist.

Description: Catawba Swirl-ware body with fine Alkaline Glaze. Large eyes set high on the shoulder, elongated ears and a row of five broken China teeth. The smaller aperture below the main birdhouse opening is for a perch. The base with a crisp stamp reading: B.B. CRAIG / VALE, N.C.

Condition: Excellent, as-made condition. No chips, cracks, repaired damage or other excuses. Inherent glaze and firing anomalies noted for descriptive accuracy. Displays brilliantly; a fine example that will feature prominently in any collection of American Folk Art. See photos for complete details and close-ups. Please consider them as part of the description. Measures 9\"H x 5-3/4\"W overall; 4 lbs.

Offered without reserve. Ships fully insured to the highest buyer, anywhere in the lower 48. Domestic (US) buyers and Paypal only within 3 days, please. No International shipping, no exceptions. Thanks for looking, and be sure to visit my other sales, listed and ending daily.