Pottery

These late nineteenth century pottery shards, found on the grounds of Belle Grove, were likely used as utilitarian wares. The single-glazed pots were glazed on the inside so they could hold liquid. Double glazed pots, glazed on both the inside and outside, were more decorative.

The piece enlarged at left is marked by the ½ gallon capacity symbol. This mark has been attributed to
Emanuel Suter of Harrisonburg Steam Pottery, a prominent local potter during the late nineteenth century.