This charming folk art jug by self-taught North Carolina potter Mike Ledford is beautifully crafted in the whimsical form of an owl, featuring intricate incised line work detailing each individual feather alongside highly expressive eyes and a sturdily applied loop handle. The sculptural vessel is finished in a rich blue glaze layered over a deep brown base, creating a beautiful, dynamic surface variation that highlights the artist's signature creative twist on traditional hand-thrown pottery forms. Signed and dated 2023 on the base, this unique contemporary stoneware piece measures approximately 13 1/2 in. H x 4 in. in diameter and remains in overall good condition.