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Paul Morris for Rock Hard Salt Glaze Vase, American Art Studio Pottery

$195
£148.51
€171.18
CA$272.80
A$306.61
CHF 159.68
MX$3,729.18
NOK 2,043.25
SEK 1,937.60
DKK 1,277.60
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About the Item

Striking Modernist vase in salt and drip glaze is decorated with abstract design of a running horse in espresso brown textured drip glaze and semi-transparent white glaze on speckled chocolate brown background; the foot of the vase is done in lightly textured brown and white glaze. The inner surfaces are finished in lightly speckled brown glaze. Powerful, expressive design is enhanced by the textured elements of the glaze, and minimal vase shape and reserved, organic color palette does not distract from the strong graphics. Paul and Denise Morris started Rock Hard Stoneware Pottery in Minnesota in 1991, creating beautiful decorative pieces, like vases, and utilitarian objects, like mugs and goblets, for over 10 years. The design of the horse appears on many of Rock Hard pieces, in different interpretations and colorways, along with abstract graphic designs; the studio was renowned for the exquisite quality of their glazes.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Diameter: 4.4 in (11.18 cm)
  • Style:
    Organic Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1990s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Clifton Springs, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4421141322852

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