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Circa 1941-1942: Interestingly Red and red were introduced together in the early 1940s as part of an expansion in the Harlequin line. Collectors of the magnificent red glaze will enjoy adding unique pieces like the basketweave dish to their ensembles. It is no secret that pottery designer Frederick Rhead borrowed shapes from various places and in his log he notes the nut dish as "ash tray, copy of Japanese tray. Nut Bowl". Both the basketweave ashtray and the nut dish share the intricate weaved design found on the Japanese Marutomo ware. Production began in the Spring of 1938 and this piece would have been produced in the red glaze for at most two years. No damage and crisp details without signs of use. Measures 3" wide by 1" tall.
