Janet Leach 1918 - 1997 first met Bernard Leach while Leach was on a visit to Japan in the early 50's. Janet was working with Hamada at his Mashiko pottery. Janet is the one of the few potters who worked with Bernard to retain her own true voice. Her work owes all to the Japanese influences that she encountered while working in Japan. In her work one sees the influence of Oribe and Bizen. Janet came to England in 1953 marring Bernard Leach and was to run the Leach Pottery St.Ives until her death in 1997.

Large Lugged Handled Jar:
A truly classic monumental jar by Janet Leach. Black stained body with black glaze pours. Impressed JL and SI. Made 1990, see card.
Size,
height, 12in (30.0cm)
diameter, 8in (20.0cm)

Ref: OC/AH021

Personal card written by Janet Leach
describing the pot and year of making.

Oval Vessel:
A small stoneware vessel by Janet Leach, ash-glaze with classic stringing effect. Impressed JL and SI seals.

Size,
height, 4 3/4in (12.0cm)

Ref: OC/AH0256

Price: £195