Arthur Eugene Baggs
Arthur Eugene Baggs (27 October 1886, New York City – 15 February 1947, Columbus) was an American chemist and potter. He studied under Charles Fergus Binns at Alfred University. In 1904-05 he established Marblehead Pottery in Marblehead, Massachusetts, and designed vessels there until it closed in 1936.
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Arthur Eugene Baggs
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- Born
- 1886.
- Died
- 1947.
- Nationality
- United States.
- Occupation
- chemist and ceramicist.
- Teachers
- Chauncey R. Thomas.
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Arthur Eugene Baggs (27 October 1886, New York City – 15 February 1947, Columbus) was an American chemist and potter. He studied under Charles Fergus Binns at Alfred University. In 1904-05 he established Marblehead Pottery in Marblehead, Massachusetts, and designed vessels there until it closed in 1936.
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Meanwhile, he worked as a glaze chemist at Cowan Pottery from 1925 to 1928. From 1928 on he taught ceramics at Ohio State University. Baggs' work is characterized by simple forms and muted, earthen colors. He is especially noted for his salt-glaze stoneware.
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Arthur Eugene Baggs for Marblehead Pottery Rare scenic tile USA, 1908-20 glazed earthenware 9.75 h x 6 w x 1 d in (25 x 15 x 3 cm) Impressed manufacturer's mark to verso 'MP' with ship symbol.
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Arthur Eugene Baggs for Marblehead Pottery Important scenic tiles, set of two USA, c. 1908 glazed earthenware 6 h x 6 w x 1 d in (15 x 15 x 3 cm) 6.125 h x 6.125 w x 1 d in (16 x 16 x 3 cm) Tiles feature poplar trees reflected in a large pond and are one of only two complete sets known; the other set is held in the permanent collection of the Museum of the American Arts Crafts Movement, St. Peters
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1886
Arthur Eugene Baggs was born on 27 October 1886.
1947
Arthur Eugene Baggs died on 15 February 1947.
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