Weller Coppertone 1920s Art Pottery Matte Green Ceramic Frog Figurine
Weller Coppertone 1920s Art Pottery Matte Green Ceramic Frog Figurine Hard-to-find frog figurine in a nice Coppertone green mottled glaze Excellent original condition. No chips, cracks, damage or repair of any kind. Frog is 3 3/4" tall, 5" long and 3 1/2" from side to side. Weller Pottery was founded in 1872 by Samuel A. Weller in Fultonham, Ohio, initially producing simple utilitarian items such as stoneware jars and crocks. As the company grew, it moved to Zanesville, Ohio, in the 1880s and expanded into decorative art pottery, capitalizing on the popularity of the Arts and Crafts movement. Weller became known for its wide range of pottery lines, with famous patterns like Louwelsa, Hudson, Eocean, Woodcraft, Forest, and Coppertone each showcasing the company's artistic evolution. By employing talented designers like Jacques Sicard and Rudolph Lorber, Weller Pottery gained recognition for its innovative glazes and artistic designs. Weller Pottery ceased operations in 19