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Early 1940s Abstract White Matte Pottery Vase with Figure

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One-of-a-kind hand thrown figural abstract mid-century modern vase by California artist Hamilton Achille Wolf (American, 1883 - 1967). This vase exemplifies an organic modern aesthetic with a white matte finish, natural texture, and minimalist figural design. The vase is incised with two dynamic stick figures with expressive faces. This unique piece is shaped with natural irregularities and is not perfectly symmetrical, showing the hand of the artist. Incised on base with the artist's signature "Wolf". Measures 5.5"H x 4.25"D. A Post war California artist, Hamilton Achille Wolf studied at Columbia University, New York, National Academy Design, Art Students' League, and the Academie Colarossi in Paris. Wolf taught at the Los Angeles School of Art & Design and was the head of the Art Department of the University of Washington, Seattle. In 1928 he joined the faculty of the California College of Arts & Crafts. Selected Group Exhibitions: 60th Annual Painting and Sculpture Exhibition of the San Francisco Art Association at the San Francisco Museum of Art, 1940; 61st Annual Painting and Sculpture Exhibition of the San Francisco Art Association at the San Francisco Museum of Art, 1941; 62nd Annual Painting and Sculpture Exhibition of the San Francisco Art Association at the San Francisco Museum of Art, 1942; 65th Annual Painting and Sculpture Exhibition of the San Francisco Art Association at the San Francisco Museum of Art, 1945; First Spring Annual Exhibition, California Palace of The Legion of Honor 1946; Second Annual Exhibition of Painting, California Palace of The Legion of Honor 1948; 70th Annual Painting and Sculpture Exhibition of the San Francisco Art Association at the San Francisco Museum of Art, 1951; 71st Annual Painting and Sculpture Exhibition of the San Francisco Art Association at the San Francisco Museum of Art, 1952; The Art Bank of the San Francisco Art Association, 1958, 59. Literature: San Francisco Art Association (Institute) Catalog of the Art Bank.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Diameter: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)
  • Style:
    Organic Modern (Of the Period)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1940s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Several minor scuffs to matte finish. All defects are shown in photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: JT-76871stDibs: LU1215227673062

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