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Sea Turtle Tile

USA, 2013
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Materials:
Stoneware
Form - Functional: N/A
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Method:
Press Mold
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Glazes:
Glaze
Michael Cohen | 1936 – Present

Janel Jacobson is known for wheel-thrown porcelain low relief carved covered boxes and jars that are finished with celadon, pale blue, or dark blue glazes and fired in a gas kiln. The second body of Jacobson's work is small-scale hand-carved porcelain sculpture. Primary subject matter across both bodies of Jacobson's work features tree frogs, insects, and foliage.

Works from 1985 to 1995 are either intricately carved low relief jars, or three-dimensional, sculptural forms. Pieces are often 4 inches or less frequently in the form of Netsuke (a Japanese carved button-like toggle[1]) and Ojime (a 3/4? to 1? cord fastener bead[2]).

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Last updated: April 22, 2026

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