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Art Subject: Condiments
Girl Torso, Modern Marble Sculpture by Antonovici
Girl Torso, Modern Marble Sculpture by Antonovici

Girl Torso, Modern Marble Sculpture by Antonovici

By Constantin Antonovici

Located in Long Island City, NY

An original carved marble sculpture by Constantin Antonovici from his Torso Series. Referenced in "Constantin Antonovici: Sculptor of Owls", pg 79 Antonovici was born in Neamt, Romania on February 18, 1911, and graduated from the Fine Arts Academy in Iasi, Romania, in 1939. In 1940, Antonovici studied in Zagreb with the famous Croatian sculptor Ivan Mestrovici, until his arrest by Italian fascists. Antonovici himself survived imprisonment in Germany for his refusal to fight on the side of the Nazis. After the war, he continued his studies in Vienna, under the tutelage of Professor Fritz Behn...

Category

1950s Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Cairn Vase (Small #1) Ceramic Sculpture, Contemporary, 21st Century
Cairn Vase (Small #1) Ceramic Sculpture, Contemporary, 21st Century

Cairn Vase (Small #1) Ceramic Sculpture, Contemporary, 21st Century

By Yoonmi Nam

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This vase sculpture titled "Cairn Vase (small #1)" is an original artwork by Yoonmi Nam made of ceramic and clear glaze. This piece measures 6.75” x 4.5” x 4.75”. Yoonmi Nam’s work ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Glaze

Owl III, Patinated Bronze Sculpture by Antonovici
Owl III, Patinated Bronze Sculpture by Antonovici

Owl III, Patinated Bronze Sculpture by Antonovici

By Constantin Antonovici

Located in Long Island City, NY

Antonovici was born in Neamt, Romania on February 18, 1911, and graduated from the Fine Arts Academy in Iasi, Romania, in 1939. In 1940, Antonovici studied in Zagreb with the famous Croatian sculptor Ivan Mestrovici, until his arrest by Italian fascists...

Category

1940s Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Turquoise inlaid Redware Jar and Cover
Turquoise inlaid Redware Jar and Cover

Turquoise inlaid Redware Jar and Cover

Located in Warren, NJ

Russell Sanchez San Ildefonso Turquoise inlaid Redware Jar and Cover. In good condition measures 10 inches.

Category

20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Clay

"Tomato Plate" by Jenny Day
"Tomato Plate" by Jenny Day

"Tomato Plate" by Jenny Day

By Jenny Day

Located in New Orleans, LA

Jenny Day creates intricate sculptures of foods that stir memories of personal and community events. Whether a summer party, homemade dinner, or crawfish boil, these gatherings remin...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Stoneware, Glaze

Gilt Porcelain Apple
Gilt Porcelain Apple

Gilt Porcelain Apple

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Large sculptural apple crafted in porcelain and decorated with textured gold leaf with metal leaves.

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

Blossom 2, Abstract ceramic sculpture, green flower
Blossom 2, Abstract ceramic sculpture, green flower

Blossom 2, Abstract ceramic sculpture, green flower

By Rachelle Krieger

Located in New York, NY

Artist Statement by Rachelle Krieger: These new ceramic sculptural works are a reflection of biodiversity and vitality, capturing natural elements in various stages of life. During ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Sculptures

Materials

Wire

Contemporary Bronze Sculpture of a small bird on water, Dabchick or Little Grebe
Contemporary Bronze Sculpture of a small bird on water, Dabchick or Little Grebe

Contemporary Bronze Sculpture of a small bird on water, Dabchick or Little Grebe

By Richard Smith b.1955

Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire

Edition of 50 Dabchick by Richard Smith. A patinated bronze sculpture of a dabchick, or little grebe, distills the charm and character of this small waterbird into a form of quiet e...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

The Writer Sculptural Chair by Zura – Functional Art & Contemporary Sculpture
The Writer Sculptural Chair by Zura – Functional Art & Contemporary Sculpture

The Writer Sculptural Chair by Zura – Functional Art & Contemporary Sculpture

By Zura

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Writer is not simply a chair. It is a character. Zura transforms the familiar form of a chair into an eccentric and theatrical figure: a writer with his own unmistakable persona...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Me Soaking Up the Light Porcelain Cup with Sgraffito Detailing, Unique
Me Soaking Up the Light Porcelain Cup with Sgraffito Detailing, Unique

Me Soaking Up the Light Porcelain Cup with Sgraffito Detailing, Unique

By Alex Hodge 1

Located in Miami Beach, FL

This cup is one of 48 that make up the installation, “Fragments of Our Love Story.” These cups feature feminine forms which recall the Venus of Willendorf and other historical fertility...

Category

2010s Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain, Paint, Underglaze

OASIS
OASIS

OASIS

By Yevgeniy Prokopov

Located in Edinburgh, GB

MEDIUM/MATERIALST: Bronze Casting. Polished bronze, patina. This work reflects the beauty and nature as interpreted by the sculptor's life in Florida.

Category

Early 2000s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Children Playing, Painted Porcelain Chinese Urn
Children Playing, Painted Porcelain Chinese Urn

Children Playing, Painted Porcelain Chinese Urn

Located in Long Island City, NY

Origin: Chinese Artist: Unknown Title: Children Playing Medium: Porcelain Urn Size: 16 x 9.5 x 9.5 in.

Category

20th Century Ming Still-life Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Scrap metal 4274

Scrap metal 4274

By Lucien Smith

Located in London, GB

Lucien Smith Scrap metal 4274, 2013 Steel propane canister 45.7 x 30.5 x 30.5 cm 18 x 12 x 12 inches Smith creates work that traverses a spectrum of styles and concerns, from chance...

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Mixed Media

Ryton Ram Sculpture by Roberto Lugo (INV# NP5760)
Ryton Ram Sculpture by Roberto Lugo (INV# NP5760)

Ryton Ram Sculpture by Roberto Lugo (INV# NP5760)

By Roberto Lugo

Located in Morton Grove, IL

Roberto Lugo clay and glaze 9.5 x 5 x 8" Created in collaboration with Charlie Cunningham Roberto Lugo's artwork was recently featured at Design Miami and the artist had an exhibitio...

Category

2010s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Glaze

Untitled Vessel (INV# NP5675) by Richard DeVore
Untitled Vessel (INV# NP5675) by Richard DeVore

Untitled Vessel (INV# NP5675) by Richard DeVore

By Richard DeVore

Located in Morton Grove, IL

Untitled Vessel (INV# NP5675) Richard DeVore stoneware and glaze 16 × 12 × 11” 1984 BIO- Richard DeVore (1933 - 2006) was one of the most important American ceramicists of the past ...

Category

1980s Art Nouveau Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Ship Vessel by Ron Nagle
Ship Vessel by Ron Nagle

Ship Vessel by Ron Nagle

By Ron Nagle

Located in Morton Grove, IL

Ron Nagle Ship Vessel porcelain, enamel decal, overglaze 2 x 2 x 2" date unknown Ron Nagle is one of the most important sculptors in the United States. He work is highly collected and included in museum collections such as Shigaraki Museum, Japan; Los Angeles County Museum of Art; Musée de Plastique, Paris; San Francisco Museum of Modern Art; and the Stedelijk Museum in the Netherlands. He was born in San Francisco and began working with ceramics during the 1950s as a high school student. In 1961 he apprenticed to Peter Voulkos at the University of California, Berkeley, and later exhibited his work alongside Voulkos, Ken Price, and other innovative West Coast artists working in clay. His work is inspired by such artists as Giorgio Morandi, Phillip Guston, and George Herriman...

Category

2010s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Enamel

Crimson Adobe Foglio 7853

Crimson Adobe Foglio 7853

By David Patchen

Located in Napa, CA

David Patchen creates vivid and luminous glass works using the time-honored techniques of cane and murrine glass blowing, originally discovered in the glass blowing studios of Venic...

Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Nailed It
Nailed It

Nailed It

By Shaun Gagg

Located in Nottingham, GB

Original Sculpture. Fantastic sculpture made entirely from nails with a beautiful pearlized finish that changes colour in different light This sculpture sits on a steel base. Incr...

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Mixed Media

Flat Pot VII, 2019, Glazed earthenware wall sculpture, flat tea cup, earth tones
Flat Pot VII, 2019, Glazed earthenware wall sculpture, flat tea cup, earth tones

Flat Pot VII, 2019, Glazed earthenware wall sculpture, flat tea cup, earth tones

By Stephanie Kantor

Located in Jersey City, NJ

"Flat Pot VII" (2019) Glazed earthenware flat tea cup wall sculpture Hanging system on back side Earth tones and pastels, light minty sage green on terracotta clay Certificate of au...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Sculptures

Materials

Earthenware, Glaze, Terracotta

Vase delle Braccia, Hand-Painted Unique Terracotta Vase by Mirko
Vase delle Braccia, Hand-Painted Unique Terracotta Vase by Mirko

Vase delle Braccia, Hand-Painted Unique Terracotta Vase by Mirko

By Mirko Guida

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Mirkò, Italian (1980 - ) Title: Vaso delle Braccia (Three Musicians) Year: 2007 Medium: Painted Terracotta Vase, signed Size: 18 x 19 x 13 in. (45.72 x 48.26 x 33.02 cm)

Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Uma

Uma

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Morgane Pasqualini grew up in the Hautes Alpes, in the heart of the mountains, on the Italian border. She has kept a love of nature, wide open spaces, silence. Her work is imbued wit...

Category

2010s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Vase. A man's head (black)  Porcelain, h 24 cm
Vase. A man's head (black)  Porcelain, h 24 cm

Vase. A man's head (black) Porcelain, h 24 cm

By Ilona Romule

Located in Riga, LV

Vase. A man's head (black) Porcelain, h 24 cm by Ilona Romule, leading sculptor in Latvia The vase showcases the artistic interpretation of a man's head, capturing its distinctive...

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Relaxing Bear Jar

Relaxing Bear Jar

By Molly Schulps

Located in Bozeman, MT

Molly Schulps is an artist and educator living in both California and Oregon. She grew up in Southern California and was deeply influenced by her father who was a successful educator...

Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain, Glaze, Underglaze

Krishna, Hindu God, Bronze Sculpture, Indian Artist K.S. Radhakrishnan"In Stock"
Krishna, Hindu God, Bronze Sculpture, Indian Artist K.S. Radhakrishnan"In Stock"

Krishna, Hindu God, Bronze Sculpture, Indian Artist K.S. Radhakrishnan"In Stock"

By K.S. Radhakrishnan

Located in Kolkata, West Bengal

K.S. Radhakrishnan - Krishna - HT : 13 x W : 10 x CIR : 20 inches Bronze Sculpture. Krishna : Figurative sculpture of Hindu God by great Modern Indian Artist K.S. Radhakrishnan who has successfully brought about a defenitive resurgence in Indian sculpture. Style : K.S Radhakrishnan is one of the most notable among the new generation of sculptors. Like many of his contempories he is a figurative sculptor, but his preference for modelling and bronze casting sets him apart from the rest of them. Recharging age old sculptural processes with a new sensibility, thus is the singular challenge he brings to modern Indian sculpture. And this makes him a modernist - who approaches his work with discernible ambition and considerable aplomb while steering clear of brinkmanship. Radhakrishnan's works often drawn from the emotions and myths of the Hindu gods, such as Shiva, Kali and Radha. His sculptures are often larger than life-sized; placed in the outdoors, they evoke a superhuman atmosphere. Over the years, Radhakrishnan has experienced with alternate sculpting mediums, working in molten bronze, beeswax and Plaster of Paris.The physical process of working with the materials becomes a performance in itself. The sculpture is the product of a tactile engagement with his medium. With celebration of sensuality as one of its running themes, his works is at once both intimate and universal in its appeal. A personal commemorative sculpture, with a scale and presence that holds well in natural settings, his work has found permanent home in a number of public collections all over the world. About the Artist and his work : Born : Born 1956, Kerala. Education : 1979 : B.F.A. in Sculpture, Viswa Bharati University, Santiniketan, West Bengal 1981 : M.F.A. in Sculpture, Viswa Bharati University, Santiniketan, West Bengal. Solo exhibitions : 2006 : ’Freehold’ at Museum Gallery, Mumbai ‘Freehold’ at Artalive Gallery, New Delhi 2005 : ’The Ramp’ at Tao Art Gallery, Mumbai ‘Unbearable Lightness of being’ at India International Centre, New Delhi 2004 : ’The Ramp’ at Sridharani Art Gallery, New Delhi ‘The Ramp’ at Bayer ABS Limited Gallery, Vadodara 2000 : ’Musui Maiya’ sponsored by Vadehra Art Gallery, New Delhi 1998 : ’Song of the Road’ – sponsored by International Travel House, ITC, New Delhi ‘Portal’ – Apeejay Lawns, Calcutta, sponsored by Apeejay Surendra, Group, Calcutta 1993 : Centre des Bonds de Marne, LePerreux-Bry sur-Marne, Paris, France. 1987 : Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai. Participated Exhibitions : 2007 : ’Darpan’ an exhibition sponsored by Nvya Gallery, New Delhi Travel to Moscow and St. Petersburg, Russia – sponsored by Nvya Gallery. 2006 : Travel to U.S.A, sponsored by Arts India, New York Travel to Russia, sponsored by Art Resource Trust, Mumbai Travel to Morocco, sponsored by Popular Prakashan, Mumbai. 2005 : Travel to Istanbul, Turkey to attend artists workshop Travel to China (Silk Route) sponsored by Uttarayan, Baroda Travel to South Africa organised by Gallery Navya, New Delhi. 2003 : Travel to Cairo and other cities in Egypt to attend an artists workshop Travel to France and Italy sponsored by TMI Foundation France Exhibition titled ‘Can’ curated by Johny M.L Exhibition ‘Only connect’ at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi Exhibition ‘Nayika’ by Ganesha Art...

Category

Early 2000s Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Wolf

Wolf

By Kat Kinnick

Located in Bozeman, MT

Bring a touch of whimsical wilderness to your daily routine with Kat Kinnick’s enchanting ceramic collection. Perfectly balancing fine craftsmanship with a playful, folk-art aestheti...

Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Small Gold Wiggle

Small Gold Wiggle

Located in Napa, CA

Simon Waranch (b. 1999) is an artist at the vanguard of fine art glass sculpture. Blending a mastery of classical techniques with imaginative formal experimentation, Waranch’s work ...

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Medium Cube

Medium Cube

By Mark Knoerzer

Located in Boston, MA

Artist Mark Knoerzer is best known for his abstract paintings, light installations and hand painted wooden sculptures. Using color and extensive layering to create geometric images and emergent symbols, Knoerzer has developed a unique visual language that, while often highly formal and even symmetrical, nevertheless reflects an intense commitment to beauty and the sheer pleasure of seeing. Knoerzer’s 2019 solo show Half-Life was reviewed by Cate McQuaid in The Boston Globe. His work has also appeared in documentaries as diverse as Evocateur: The Morton Downey Jr. Movie, which was selected for the Tribeca Film...

Category

2010s Pop Art Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Oil, Acrylic

Duomo 13

Duomo 13

Located in Napa, CA

Simon Waranch (b. 1999) is an artist at the vanguard of fine art glass sculpture. Blending a mastery of classical techniques with imaginative formal experimentation, Waranch’s work ...

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Blown Glass

Lush
Lush

Lush

By Adriana Marmorek

Located in New York, NY

ADRIANA MARMOREK LUSH, 2020 porcelain, blown glass 9.84 x 16.93 x 10.24 in. 25 x 43 x 26 cm. flower

Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain, Blown Glass

'Healing and Diagnosing' original Shona stone sculpture by Aaron P. Chikumbirike
'Healing and Diagnosing' original Shona stone sculpture by Aaron P. Chikumbirike

'Healing and Diagnosing' original Shona stone sculpture by Aaron P. Chikumbirike

By Aaron Perkins Chikumbirike

Located in Milwaukee, WI

'Healing and Diagnosing' is an original stone sculpture by the Zimbabwean sculptor Aaron Perkins Chikumbirike. The sculpture presents a highly stylized figural grouping, as is so oft...

Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Sea Turtle Serenade
Sea Turtle Serenade

Sea Turtle Serenade

By James Moore

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Edition 5/30. Original bronze bell sculpture by artist James Moore. Inscribed.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

"Shona Chief, " Carved Serpentine Stone signed by Chemedu Jemali
"Shona Chief, " Carved Serpentine Stone signed by Chemedu Jemali

"Shona Chief, " Carved Serpentine Stone signed by Chemedu Jemali

By Chemedu Jemali

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Shona Chief" is an original serpentine sculpture signed by the artist Chemedu Jemali. This sculptor works in the Shona tradition of Zimbabwe. The sculpture depicts an abstracted head of a man and weighs 95 lbs. The signature is on the back. 25" x 12" x 10" sculpture 95 lbs. Chemedu Jemali was born on March 3, 1971 in Harare where he did his primary education. He and his family then moved to the Shamva township where he completed high school. His family is originally from Malawi and their totem is of the Miranzi (mouse). He started sculpting in 1990. He was taught to sculpt by his brother Chituwa Jemali. He has three brothers and one sister. In the early 1990's, Chemedu took an interest in carving, inspired by the success of his older brother, Chituwa, and became an established carver. Initially, he worked as an apprentice to Chituwa who introduced him to carving the local hard stone such as verdite, springstone, cobalt and lemon opal. His brother, Salim, is also a full time sculptor. Chemedu produces abstract creations of various themes - from spirit birds to stylized busts. He has become a well known artist in the Shona Art...

Category

Early 2000s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Proof
Proof

Proof

By Michael Thacker

Located in Belgravia, London, London

"Proof" by Michael Thacker British, 21st Century Aurora Blue Marble with Platinum Leaf Sculpture size (HxWxD): 31 x 15.75 x 13.5 inches Monogrammed and dated 2 5 24

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Platinum

Loving pears - Gold and Silver
Loving pears - Gold and Silver

Loving pears - Gold and Silver

By Cat Sirot

Located in New York, NY

A Sculpture, made of resin and Silver Chrome plated, in an edition of 8. In this silver gold, medium size these are last few editions available from 8. This Silver Gold edition has ...

Category

2010s Other Art Style Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Red and Yellow Poppies
Red and Yellow Poppies

Red and Yellow Poppies

By Donald Sultan

Located in Calabasas, CA

Artist: Donald Sultan Title: Red and Yellow Poppies Year: 2023 Medium: Shaped aluminum with stainless steel centers, powder coated, mounted on polished stainless steel base Edition...

Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Sculptures

Materials

Mixed Media

"Protected Spirits, " a Carved Opal signed by Picket Mazhindu Bumhira
"Protected Spirits, " a Carved Opal signed by Picket Mazhindu Bumhira

"Protected Spirits, " a Carved Opal signed by Picket Mazhindu Bumhira

By Picket Mazhindu Bumhira

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Protected Spirits" is a sculpture carved from Opal stone signed Picket, who is part of the Shona tribe in Zimbabwe. It depicts two abstracted figures, presumably spirits, seeming to float upwards. 38 1/2" x 13 1/2" x 7 1/4" Picket Mazhindu Bumhira was born 1968 in the Seke communal lands about 5 km. from Harare, Zimbabwe. Picket had a passion for art from childhood and during his school days he loved drawing and painting. He was very inspired by sculpture of the late John Takawira, one of Zimbabwe's first generation of Shona sculptors, whom he met when Picket went to Chapungu. They then agreed to work together. Later he started to sculpt on his own. Some of his works made the headlines in the newspapers, including "Spirit of Love," which was exhibited in Victoria Falls during Arts Gala. He exhibited in the UK and in Germany. He was among the sculptors who went to China for an exhibition at the Poverty Reduction Summit. Picket likes working on springstone and opal and especially enjoys making abstracts. Shona artists and crafts people have been working in different media for generations. These include paintings, pottery, basket ware, wood carvings, and sculpture done in metal as well as the stone carvings. While there is not a long standing tradition of sculpture in what is now Zimbabwe (formerly Southern Rhodesia), stone carvings dating from the 15th century were seen in Great Zimbabwe, an excavated temple near Bulawayo. Most of the artifacts from this location have been moved to museums in Cape Town, South Africa or London. It is generally agreed that Zimbabwean stone sculpture...

Category

Early 2000s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Precious Stone

Mid Century Tole Palm Tree Sculpture
Mid Century Tole Palm Tree Sculpture

Mid Century Tole Palm Tree Sculpture

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Chic vintage Italian palm tree object of art having tole leaves on a brass trunk in a classical porcelain planter with quartz stones.

Category

20th Century Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Brass

"Ceramic Pot - Mossi, Burkina Fasso (Farmer's Water Jug), " created in Africa
"Ceramic Pot - Mossi, Burkina Fasso (Farmer's Water Jug), " created in Africa

"Ceramic Pot - Mossi, Burkina Fasso (Farmer's Water Jug), " created in Africa

Located in Milwaukee, WI

This ceramic pot was made by an unknown Mossi artist in Burkina Fasso. It was used as a farmer's water jug. The Mossi are a people in central Burkina Faso, living mostly in the villa...

Category

1930s Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Copper Lidded Pineapple
Copper Lidded Pineapple

Copper Lidded Pineapple

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Midcentury lidded pineapple expertly crafted in copper, hand hammered and decorated with stylized leaves and retaining its bronze like patina.

Category

20th Century Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Copper

"Untitled Vase, " Neo-Expressionist Ceramic Vase signed by Michael Gross
"Untitled Vase, " Neo-Expressionist Ceramic Vase signed by Michael Gross

"Untitled Vase, " Neo-Expressionist Ceramic Vase signed by Michael Gross

By Michael Gross

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Untitled Vase" is an original ceramic vase by Michael Gross. It features abstracted and grotesque figures on a yellow ground. 11 1/2" x 4 1/2" art The ceramic sculptures of Wisconsin artist Michael Gross are personal narratives that reveal an unusual mix of earthly magic and primal vitality. The artist works in a variety of forms, including figurines, large vessels and furniture. With over a dozen museum exhibitions under his belt, the artist is a regular exhibitor at SOFA in New York...

Category

1980s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Rush Limbaugh Ceramic Sculpture, Open Mouth, Center Part, 1990s
Rush Limbaugh Ceramic Sculpture, Open Mouth, Center Part, 1990s

Rush Limbaugh Ceramic Sculpture, Open Mouth, Center Part, 1990s

By Steven Kemenyffy

Located in Milwaukee, WI

31" in height roughly 12-15" wide Ceramic Steven Kemenyffy (born 1943) is an American ceramic artist living and working in Pennsylvania. He is most recognized for his contributions to the development of the American ceramic raku tradition. He has served as a Professor of Ceramic Art at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania (formerly Edinboro State College) since 1969. He Has retired from teaching, but continues to produce artwork at his home studio in McKean, Pennsylvania. Kemenyffy is often characterized in regard to his contributions to American experimental ceramics of the late 1960s and early 1970s. More specifically, Kemenyffy’s contributions to American raku techniques are often cited. Kemenyffy has stated that his interest in raku came out of practical considerations: “We [Steven and Susan] were doing a variety of workshops in a variety of different media. Raku was always an official way of making pieces in a short period of time…In raku it seems to compress all the firings into one.” Kemenyffy, himself, describes his early work as “Biomorphic forms alluding to old ceramic traditions such as tiles, vases, and containers.” These works were often in excess of six feet tall and many times included mixed media elements. In 1974, Kemenyffy wrote about the work he was producing; “For several years now, my work has dealt with certain formal considerations. Chief among these is using clay in such a way as to crystallize the moment and permanentize the impermanent. These have been among the primary concerns of all potters since the earliest times.” Today, Kemenyffy continues his pursuit of biomorphic imagery and themes. He writes, “Personally I am most challenged by the business of transforming porous organics into porcelain.” For much of Kemenyffy’s career, he has worked in tandem with his wife, Susan Hale Kemenyffy. In 1987 Susan stated about their collaborative works: “Steven is the [sculptor], I am the drawer. These works would not exist if it weren’t for the sculpture; if it weren’t for the clay. The clay entity comes first and my drawings come second.” James Paul Thompson further clarifies this relationship (as observed in 1987): “Steven Kemenyffy uses patterns as a point of departure for his work, while Susan Kemenyffy...

Category

1990s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

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