Green Cheese Salt and Pepper Shakers from Rev. Ross McClellan

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image showcases two ceramic items shaped like slices of cheese on a textured surface. Both pieces are triangular, mimicking the appearance of classic cheese wedges with a series of irregular, scattered holes that suggest the aged Swiss variety. The left piece is distinguished by its earthy brown color, with darker brown spots creating a realistic look akin to a rustic, aged cheese. The right piece, in contrast, is shaded in olive green with dark green spots, offering a more whimsical take on the cheese wedge concept. Each piece is glazed, lending them a glossy finish that enhances their visual appeal. The surface they rest on appears to be a light, speckled material, possibly foam or fabric, providing a gentle backdrop that contrasts with the ceramic pieces. These artistic renditions of cheese evoke both humor and craftsmanship, blending familiar food imagery with the creative expression often found in ceramic art. The simplicity and charm make them interesting decor items or conversation pieces, showcasing the creator's attention to detail in rendering familiar textures and forms.

The image showcases two ceramic items shaped like slices of cheese on a textured surface. Both pieces are triangular, mimicking the appearance of classic cheese wedges with a series of irregular, scattered holes that suggest the aged Swiss variety. The left piece is distinguished by its earthy brown color, with darker brown spots creating a realistic look akin to a rustic, aged cheese. The right piece, in contrast, is shaded in olive green with dark green spots, offering a more whimsical take on the cheese wedge concept. Each piece is glazed, lending them a glossy finish that enhances their visual appeal. The surface they rest on appears to be a light, speckled material, possibly foam or fabric, providing a gentle backdrop that contrasts with the ceramic pieces. These artistic renditions of cheese evoke both humor and craftsmanship, blending familiar food imagery with the creative expression often found in ceramic art. The simplicity and charm make them interesting decor items or conversation pieces, showcasing the creator's attention to detail in rendering familiar textures and forms.

Name/Title

Green Cheese Salt and Pepper Shakers from Rev. Ross McClellan

Entry/Object ID

2012.3.1842

Description

Ceramic salt and pepper Shakers. Shaker A is a forest green cheese wedge pepper Shaker . Shaker B is a moss green cheese wedge pepper shaker. From a collection of dolls by Reverend C. Ross McClellan containing approximately 400 mice of varying sizes, shapes, and styles, from the Doll Museum Collection.