Artists  > David Drake

David Drake

An enslaved potter who made thousands of vessels during his life, Drake inscribed and signed his pots in defiance of laws against Black literacy.

Dates
c. 1800–1880
Born In
North America > United States
Active In
North America > United States
Period Culture Style
Edgefield District
Known For
Ceramics
Works of Art

Artists  > David Drake

David Drake

An enslaved potter who made thousands of vessels during his life, Drake inscribed and signed his pots in defiance of laws against Black literacy.

Dates
c. 1800–1880
Born In
North America > United States
Active In
North America > United States
Period Culture Style
Edgefield District
Known For
Ceramics
Works of Art