J.B. Cole (Steeds, NC), Two Published Dual Handled Wide Mouth Vases

Circa 1930, the taller with light blue glaze stamped "Marion Virginia" to the underside, probably part of a contractual arrangement according to A. Everette James (6 3/4 in.); the second in malachite green streaky glaze, stamped "J.B. Cole / Steeds N.C." to the underside (6 in.).

From the Estate of the late Dr. Everette James, Jr., Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Published on pages 74-75 of A. Everette James' definitive text "North Carolina Art Pottery, 1900-1960 Identification & Value Guide."

Taller vase with upper rim with small chip; shorter vase with some chipping to the upper rim.