This studio pottery piece features a hand-thrown, tapered cylindrical form with a subtle spout and a small decorative button attachment near the rim. Finished in a dark glaze, it displays subtle variations in texture and tone across its ribbed surface. Incised with Paul de Jongh's signature on the unglazed base, it serves as a fine example of modern South African studio ceramics. Paul de Jongh was a celebrated South African master potter and ceramic artist known for his expertise in wood-fired stoneware and raku techniques. He completed his Fine Arts studies with distinction in 1992, earning the Rector's medal for academic achievement. His work frequently explored the stylistic intersections between European traditions and African design motifs, resulting in distinctive studio pieces that balanced functional forms with expressive, tactile glaze qualities. De Jongh's ceramics are represented in public museum collections—including the Ditsong National Museum of Cultural History and the William Humphreys Art Gallery—and remain highly regarded among collectors of contemporary South African studio pottery. Excellent original condition with no visible cracks, chips, or restorations. Minor natural glaze firing variations consistent with artisanal handcrafting. Clean unglazed base shows light handling wear. Dimensions: 16cm H