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Claude Conover1960s Ceramic Pot by Claude Conover, Abstract Line Etching Design, Venel Artworkcirca 1960's
circa 1960's
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This exceptional 1960s ceramic pot by acclaimed 20th-century artist Claude Conover (1907-1994) features striking white parallel lines and intricate abstract etchings, making it a standout example of mid-century modern ceramic artistry. The pot, titled "Venel" and signed by Conover on the base, showcases his signature style of combining smooth and textured surfaces. Its elegant design, characterized by a narrow opening at the top, reflects Conover’s mastery in abstract ceramics and craftsmanship.
Measuring 16 inches in height and 16 inches in diameter, this ceramic vessel makes a bold and captivating statement in any collection. It remains in very good vintage condition and has been carefully preserved. For more detailed information on its condition, please feel free to contact us.
Provenance: Private Collection
About the Artist: Claude Conover was a distinguished commercial designer before fully dedicating himself to ceramics in the 1960s. Renowned for his hand-built stoneware pots, Conover’s work blends smooth, polished surfaces with textured patterns, often in off-white tones. His creations have been exhibited in prestigious museums and galleries across the U.S. and internationally. A prominent figure in the Cleveland School, Conover played a key role in positioning Cleveland as a leader in the modern art movement. In recognition of his artistic contributions, he was awarded the Cleveland Arts Prize in 1983.
Claude Conover worked for 30 years as a commercial designer before turning to ceramics. By the 1960s he was devoting himself full time to his pots. He exhibited in 14 May Shows; all told his work was shown in 47 exhibitions at museums and arts centers around the country, some traveling internationally. Many regional patrons have made these hand-built stoneware pots -most off-white-some rough, some smooth, part of their home environment. Conover is considered a member of the Cleveland School; a term first coined by Elrick Davis in a 1928 article for the Cleveland Press, titled "Cleveland's Art Pioneers Have Put City in Front Rank in Creative Field." He was the recipient of the Cleveland Arts Prize in 1983.
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