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His series of ‘flatiron’ teapots, based upon a common colonial household item, the flatiron, have become an iconic part of New
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Weaver largely produces clay tableware with minimal surface decoration. As Peter Gibbs wrote, "because he likes the enjoyment he gets from using hand-made objects, he especially likes making functional work."
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Chris Weaver: maker of original contemporary tableware
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