Vintage McMaster Canadian Souvenir Pottery ~ Blue Drip Glaze Canoe Figurine

Description

For your consideration
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Item: Canadian souvenir of canoe with paddler ~ Small Planter or Catch-All
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Brand: McMaster Pottery
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Description:
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Hand Crafted by Canadians
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Vaguely depicts an Indian figure paddling a canoe
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Blue & White drip glaze
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Souvenir from Goose Bay Labrador
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Materials / Origin:
Rich Red Clay from deposits in historic Dundas Valley, Ontario Canada
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Circa: 1950s
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Measurements: Approx.
6 ¼” Long x 2” Wide x 3 ½” Tall
Condition:
Very Good – No chips, cracks, scratches, crazing, or repairs.
Note: Faded gold writing on canoe: “Goose Bay ~ Labrador” This is written
on
the glaze and can easily be removed with cloth or Magic Eraser                                     without damaging the item.
About:
McMaster/McMaster Craft - Dundas, Ontario
Started in 1938 by Harry Jay McMaster, a native of Pennsylvania (USA) who had immigrated to Canada and was initially involved with Sovereign Potters, Hamilton, Ontario.
The business was continued by a son, Robert. Robert McMaster died in 1987 and the business closed in 1988.
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