Van Briggle Pottery Mermaid Lorelei Tray Dusty Rose Loretta Short Colo Springs

A mermaid curls along the rim of this Van Briggle dish, tail sweeping across the well like she's just settled in. Colorado Springs pottery with the studio's signature soft matte glaze and a figural touch that turns a catch-all tray into a conversation piece.

Item Details:

* Maker: Van Briggle Pottery, Colorado Springs, Colorado
* Glaze: Dusty rose, soft matte finish with fine allover crackle
* Form: Figural mermaid tray / dish
* Dimensions: approximately 8.5 x 10.5 inches
* Marks: Incised "Van Briggle, Colo. Springs Co." with "LS" mark for decorator Loretta Short, plus the Van Briggle house mark (the classic AA-in-a-box motif)
* Decorator: Loretta Short

Condition: Great. No chips or cracks or crazing. Fine crackle in the glaze is consistent with Van Briggle's signature finish, not damage. Light surface wear from age and handling.