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Don Reitz Sculptures

American, 1929-2014

Donald Lester Reitz was an American ceramic artist, recognized for inspiring a reemergence of salt glaze pottery in the United States. He was a teacher of ceramic art at the University of Wisconsin–Madison from 1962–88. During this period, he adapted the pottery firing technique developed in the Middle Ages, which involved pouring salt into the pottery kiln during the firing stage. The method was taught in European ceramic art schools, but largely unknown in United States studio pottery.

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Creator: Don Reitz
Don Reitz Important Abstract Expressionist Ceramic Sculpture
Don Reitz Important Abstract Expressionist Ceramic Sculpture

Don Reitz Important Abstract Expressionist Ceramic Sculpture

By Don Reitz

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Important Don Reitz (1929-2014) thrown vase. Brutalized, incised, glazed and sculpted into a suggestion of a figure. About as 'attacked' and expressive as a thrown ceramic gets. Sign...

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Pottery Vessel or Sculpture by noted American Potter Don Reitz
Pottery Vessel or Sculpture by noted American Potter Don Reitz

Pottery Vessel or Sculpture by noted American Potter Don Reitz

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Large impressive pottery sculpture, vessel form, by Don Reitz (1929-2014) Via 1stdibs: Don Reitz AMERICAN, 1929-2014 Donald Lester Reitz was an American ceramic artist, recogn...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Don Reitz Sculptures

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Don Reitz sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Don Reitz sculptures are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of pottery and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Don Reitz sculptures, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sculptures by Don Reitz were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sculptures by Paul Evans, C. Jeré Artisan House, and Artisan House. Prices for Don Reitz sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,850 and can go as high as $2,845, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,348.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    Don Reitz is famous for his influence on ceramic arts. He is recognized for inspiring a reemergence of salt glaze pottery in the United States. Reitz served as a ceramic art professor at the University of Wisconsin–Madison from 1962 to 1988. During this period, he adapted a pottery firing technique developed in the Middle Ages, which involved pouring salt into the pottery kiln during the firing stage. The method was taught in European ceramic art schools but was largely unknown in American studio pottery. Explore a collection of Don Reitz pottery on 1stDibs.