Shackleford fish ashtray CSBH

This ceramic piece is a confirmed example of Shackelford Studio Pottery, a highly collectible maker known for its limited output during the Mid-Century Modern (MCM) era. The item is identified by the impressed maker's mark visible on its base [Image 1]. It takes the form of a stylized brown fish dish, featuring a distinctive, high-gloss drip glaze in rich, mottled tones of brown and gold [Image 3]. Its scarcity and strong aesthetic appeal—combining a playful subject with unique glaze artistry—establish it as a desirable piece of studio art that commands a premium in the secondary market.