Clay Red Bananas! box side I knew nothing of Cockcroft

I knew nothing of Cockcroft plates when I found these

but I've never seen all of these rolled into one

4 1/2" long x 2 1/4" wide and 2 1/4" tall and in great condition

at the ready to draw patterns when inspiration strikes

but it makes me especially happy that there is a tiny turtle smiling among them

Clay Red Bananas! box side I knew nothing of CockcroftI believe these red bananas are likely Central of South American in origin where red bananas are grown, and where as I understand it the juice of them is considered an aphrodesiac! These do have quite a sexy sort of fecundity about them, I'd say, and they seem to me to make a pretty fabulous tabletop sculpture or component of a dramatic centerpiece. I'd guess mid century or so, maybe a little earlier, and pretty excellent from every angle. 10" x 6 3