McKee Island Brushed

Background

Named after an island flooded under the waters of the Guntersville Reservoir in northeastern Alabama. Named by Marion Heimlich.

Sorting Criteria

Fine brushing on shell-tempered pottery. Vessel forms are bowls and jars with incurving rims.

Geographical Range
Northeastern Alabama. It is uncertain if this type is found in northwestern Georgia.
Chronological Range
Historic.
Temper
Shell Temper
Surface Treatment
Brushed