Roan Iron Mountain Stoneware Thingamajig CA2066
We really don't know what elese to call it. It measures 4 3/8" x 4". We would serve a scoop of ice cream or sherbet in it.
From Laurel Blooming, Tennessee came this unique Scandi-American line of mid-century dinnerware, now recognized as a classic and great fun to collect. And to use,: stoneware is very durable.
Nancy Patterson-Lamb was the principal artist and head designer of Iron Mountain Stoneware. She was responsible for creating at least 12 different lines of pottery over the course of 27 years in business.
Early works were especially influenced by modernist Scandinavian ceramics principles; later works explore a more painterly approach to the ceramic surface. Patterson-Lamb, created much of the work herself. She also employed up to 15 people at Iron Mountain's operation. Signature forms revolve around a standard dinnerware set.
PUBLIC COLLECTIONS
Southern Highland Craft Guild, Asheville, North Carolina
Smithsonian American Art Museum, Renwick Gallery, Washington, DC
BIBLIOGRAPHY
Lamb, Nancy Patterson. “Iron Mountain: Shaping the Earth.” Studio Potter 9, no.2 (1981).
Reif, Rita. “Touch of Scandinavian from Laurel Bloomery, Tenn.” New York Times, February 1, 1967.
