Jay Rund | Ceramic "Ugly Jug" with handle
By Jay Rund
This tall ceramic ugly jug with a handle is a bold and character-rich example of contemporary folk pottery. Crafted from glazed ceramic and featuring exaggerated eyes, protruding teeth, and sculpted ears, the jug balances playful grotesque with sculptural craft. A heart-shaped stamp on the back encloses the initials “JR”, and the name “Jay Rund” is inscribed in flowing cursive—offering a clear signature of the maker’s hand.
The expressive detailing and handmade charm are deeply rooted in the Southern “ugly jug” tradition, while the artist’s unique flair gives the piece its own modern personality. The handle and ears add to its dynamic form, making it both sculptural and interactive.
By Jay Rund
This tall ceramic ugly jug with a handle is a bold and character-rich example of contemporary folk pottery. Crafted from glazed ceramic and featuring exaggerated eyes, protruding teeth, and sculpted ears, the jug balances playful grotesque with sculptural craft. A heart-shaped stamp on the back encloses the initials “JR”, and the name “Jay Rund” is inscribed in flowing cursive—offering a clear signature of the maker’s hand.
The expressive detailing and handmade charm are deeply rooted in the Southern “ugly jug” tradition, while the artist’s unique flair gives the piece its own modern personality. The handle and ears add to its dynamic form, making it both sculptural and interactive.
By Jay Rund
This tall ceramic ugly jug with a handle is a bold and character-rich example of contemporary folk pottery. Crafted from glazed ceramic and featuring exaggerated eyes, protruding teeth, and sculpted ears, the jug balances playful grotesque with sculptural craft. A heart-shaped stamp on the back encloses the initials “JR”, and the name “Jay Rund” is inscribed in flowing cursive—offering a clear signature of the maker’s hand.
The expressive detailing and handmade charm are deeply rooted in the Southern “ugly jug” tradition, while the artist’s unique flair gives the piece its own modern personality. The handle and ears add to its dynamic form, making it both sculptural and interactive.
Details
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Glazed ceramic
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Height: 21 in.
Circumference: 29 in. at the widest midpoint
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"Jay Rund" inscribed in cursive on the back;
“JR” encircled in a heart
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Contemporary folk art
Ugly jug tradition
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Expressive Identity
Contemporary Twist on Tradition
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Handle
Ears
Exaggerated eyes and teeth
Sculptural glaze finish
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