Magdalene Black Terracotta Jug

Details

Dramatic curves and a statement handle draw all attention to the Magdalene Black Terracotta Jug. This handmade terracotta pitcher evokes a sense of ancient beauty and modern simplicity. Use it to display stems, highlight your favorite floral arrangement, or as a moment all on its own.

Editors' Note

This piece is named in honor of the stunning work of Kenyan-born ceramicist Magdalene Odundo. Born in Nairobi and educated in Kenya, India, Nigeria, England and Mexico, Odundo is best known for her reduction-fired pieces — a process which causes the clay to turn a deep, sumptuous black. Frequently sculpted to mimic or evoke aspects of the human form, such as the neck, spine, hair or stomach, Odundo’s work is often cited as an exploration of the female experience of the body, with some pieces tracing the outlines of the body during pregnancy. As accomplished a teacher as she is an artist, Odunde enjoyed teaching posts at several institutions before becoming professor emerita at the University for the Creative Arts in England. Her career has garnered an assortment of awards, honorary doctorates, and appointments, including a 2020 lifetime achievement award and the title of “Dame Commander” from the British monarchy.