This chicken riding a pig was made by Steve Turpin in 2024. It measures approximately 8" from nose to tail and 8" from feet to chicken beak. 

Artist bio:
Steve Turpin began his pottery career in 1973 when he went to work in a local pottery factory in Gillsville, GA.  After working there for 27 years and eventually becoming a manager, he decided to go on his own.

In 1993 Steve set up shop with a wheel and kiln and began making pottery. Since then he's generated traditional and innovative pottery in the little shop behind his house. He created the Siamese Good and Evil Jugs – which are truly unique in the world of folk pottery. He perfected his Rooster Chief and Roosters, which are incredible specimens of his artistry and inventiveness. Never one to ignore the incredible tradition behind folk pottery, Steve also creates a variety of more customary folk pottery, such as pigs and face jugs.

Proceeds:
Proceeds from this piece support the Folk Pottery Museum Acquistion Fund.  This fund supports the purchase of historic pottery for the Folk Pottery Museum Permanent Collection, further preserving the rich history of NE Georgia Folk Pottery.