Pinecone Pot Dude

I wish I knew who the potter in this postcard is, but I saw it taped on a bulletin board and snapped a quick photo. Doesn't it look like he's standing in a giant pinecone? Obviously, he's a potter as they are stacked up bowls, and he must have a good sense of humor. If you know who he is, please post or if you think I am mistaken and this is actually a giant pinecone, I'd love to hear your theory as well.