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1973 "Three Crates" Ceramic Sculpture by William A. Hoffman
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Three white glazed ceramic "crates", by William August Hoffman (1920-2011), a ceramic sculptor and professor of ceramics at the prestigious Art Institute of Chicago. Originally part of a one man show at Lewis Towers, Chicago 1973. With a piece of glass added this would make an uncommon side table or coffee table base, creating a work of functional art.
William Hoffman (1920-2011) was a respected artist, and professor of ceramics and sculpture at the Art Institute of Chicago and Loyola University. Born 1920, Roswell, NM. Attended School of the Art Institute of Chicago on the GI Bill, BA 1948. MFA Alfred University, 1952. From the Hoffman estate.
- Creator:William Hoffman (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 3
- Materials and Techniques:Ceramic,Glazed
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1973
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Very good vintage condition with minor chips around edges.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: U12041684193820
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