Blue Agate Glaze Pottery from Bennington Potters

Amanda Hesser

“The area in and around Bennington, Vermont, has been known for pottery since the 18th century. In 1948, David Gil founded Bennington Potters and revived those stoneware making traditions. The company still makes the Blue Agate line, but I seek out the vintage versions. They have a fine stippling that gives the finish more depth and feels good in the hand. And the deep blue glaze against the sand-c”