Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid
Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid

Anglo Saxon, Spong Man, Urn with Lid

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Handcrafted Replica Spong Figure And Urn – Inspired by the 5th-Century Anglo-Saxon Original

Details

This museum-quality replica is a reimagining of the Spong Figure and the Urn it may have sat upon, a remarkable 5th-century Anglo-Saxon artefact.

The Spong Figure originally adorned the lid of a cremation urn. However, at some point post-excavation, the lid became separated from the urn, leaving archaeologists with no clues about what the complete vessel looked like. To restore the figure to its original function, we have referenced urns from the same period to create a vessel that faithfully reflects the craftsmanship of Anglo-Saxon potters.

The original Spong Figure Lid was discovered in 1979 at Spong Hill, North Elmham, one of the most significant Anglo-Saxon cemeteries ever found in Britain. The site is the largest known Anglo-Saxon cremation cemetery, yielding thousands of artefacts that have helped historians piece together early medieval life.

This evocative figure, with its contemplative expression, is one of the few surviving three-dimensional representations of the human form from the Anglo-Saxon period. Whether the figure was meant to represent the deceased, act as a guardian, or serve some other purpose, its presence on the urn remains a mystery.

Materials

  • Terracotta, reduction fired

Dimensions

  • Height: Approx. 300 mm
  • Diameter: Approx. 190 mm

Production

This urn has been handcrafted in our Northumberland studio, using historical tools and techniques to ensure an authentic finish.

  • Each piece is individually handmade, following Anglo-Saxon pottery methods.
  • The reduction firing process creates unique variations in surface colour and texture, replicating the aged appearance of the original.
  • As with all handcrafted pieces, no two are identical, ensuring that your urn is one of a kind.

Ordering Information

  • 'Add to Basket' Items: Ready to ship immediately.
  • 'Pre-order' Items: Handmade to order within 90 days (longer for international orders). If your order includes both 'Add to Basket' and 'Pre-order' items, they will be shipped together once all items are ready.

Shipping

  • All items are sent via second-class postal service as standard.
  • If you require first-class shipping, please contact us for a custom quote.
  • Postage Note: All items are carefully packaged to ensure they arrive in perfect condition.

Own a unique piece of Anglo-Saxon craftsmanship with this stunning Spong Figure Urn. Order today to bring history into your home!

 

SHIPPING

'Add To Cart' items are ready to send straight away. Please be aware that if bought alongside 'Pre-order' items, your order will be sent when all items are ready. 

'Pre-order' items are made to order, and we will dispatch them as soon as we have handcrafted them for you; this usually takes 90 days, but international orders can take a little longer.

We ship our fabulous replicas worldwide.
Shipping costs are worked out during checkout. They are based on where you are in the world and how heavy your parcel is, which can be very variable.

All items are sent using a second-class postal service. If you wish to have an item sent first class, please contact us for a quote. Many Thanks

RETURNS
If you aren't completely satisfied with your Potted History piece, please get in touch to organise a return. Email us at

clare@rothburycreates.co.uk

Then you can send it back at your own cost in an unused condition within 30 days, and we'll refund you for the cost of the item or items returned. If you include your order number with the returned package, that will speed things up. Please leave any original packaging intact.

Our returns address is:
Potted History, Gregory Court, Rothbury, Northumberland, NE65 7SW

PRODUCT VARIATION

Please be aware that due to items being handmade and finished, colour variations will occur during the making process, and each replica will have some differences.  Also, know that the item photographed may not be the one that you receive, and colours can appear differently on different screens.  Please ensure you look at all the images to get a fully formed idea of the item you are ordering as we try to capture the variations within the images we share.  If you prefer a specific colour variation, please contact us before ordering. 

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