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William A. Hoffman (1920-2011) Two-Piece Clay Sculpture Titled "Two Crates"

About the Item

Two white glazed ceramic "crates" stacked in a T shape, 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. 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. Each block 19.5" H x 12" W x 6.5" D.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Width: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Clay,Glazed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1973
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU84194013953

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