Michigan - Bowls and Baskets

This handwoven hickory basket, attributed to the renowned Old Hickory Furniture Company of Indiana, exemplifies the rustic elegance and enduring craftsman...

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Alfredo Scciarotta Modernist silver mini bowls. Dimensions: 1: 4" diameter x 1"height 2: 4.25" diameter x 1.25"height.  

Eye-catching Modern with a Mid Century vibe. Two blue corners with black splatters and two corners in white with black drip glaze lines. Attributed to Jack Charney of Santa Fe.

New and handmade in Italy by Rina Menardi, this tall, cup-form bowl or vase stands over 12” tall. Narrow and tapered at the base, the vessel widens at the top and features thin porce...

Large size Bovine serving tray or charger . Fused glass on copper . The history of Bovano of Cheshire began in 1952, when artist Jim Bower began experimenting with powdered glass fu...

The ceramic charger is an example of the kind of work by which John Glick became so famous. He was seduced by the effects of the reduction kiln, which decreased the levels of oxygen during firing, inducing the flame to pull oxygen out of the clay and glazes changing the colors of the glazes depending on their iron and copper content. In this way he achieved the rich gradients of ochre and umber and variations in stippling and opacity. It is signed by the artist and stamped with Plum Street Pottery on the verso. John was an American Abstract Expressionist ceramicist born in Detroit, MI. Though open to artistic experimentation, Glick was most influenced by the styles and aesthetics of Asian pottery—an inspiration that shows in his use of decorative patterns and glaze choices. He has said that he is attracted to simplicity, as well as complexity: my work continually reflects my re-examination that these two poles can coexist… or not, in a given series. Glick also took influences from master potters of Japan, notably Shoji Hamada and Kanjrio Kawai, blending their gestural embellishments of simple forms with attitudes of Abstract Expressionism. He was particularly drown to the work of Helen Frankenthaler whose soak-stain style resonated with Glick’s multi-layered glaze surfaces, which juxtaposed veils of atmospheric color with gestural marks and pattern. He spent countless hours developing and making his own tools in order to achieve previously unseen results in his work with clay and glaze. Glick’s “Plum Tree Pottery” (now a designated historic landmark in Farmington Hills, Michigan) studio opened around 1965 and closed in the summer of 2016. It was a private studio space for John and a number of his students and assistants. He believed his shapes evolved guided by forces apparently outside his control. This was instinctual, intellectual and due to his openness to change, fusing into what he thought was the most positive force behind a potter’s approach: evolution and growth. Some have called it inspiration. John was not only a major figure in the Detroit creative community, but in the ceramics world at large. According to Shelley Selim in her book on John, “John Glick: A Legacy in Clay” John remains: “one of the most recognizable names in the field of studio pottery – known for lecturing, publishing, and offering workshops widely – and his work has been featured in well over a hundred local, national and international exhibitions since he was a college student in the late 1950s.” Along with this John has mentored over thirty studio apprentices over five and a half decades, received numerous grants and awards for his work, and has been prolific, with an estimated 300,000 ceramic wares throughout the world. He received his Masters from Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, working with Maija Grotell, a legendary and influential teacher. Grotell was noted for her deep interest in the human connection to nature’s rhythms and patters. These ideas often grounded her dialog with her students including Glick, affecting, a profund and lasting influence on his future work. This famous Art Academy was designed by architect and faculty member, Eliel Saarinen who collaborated with Charles and Ray Eames on chair and furniture design. Numerous creative artists who are alumni of Cranbrook include: Harry Bertoia, Florence Knoll, Jack Lenor Larsen, Donald Lipski, Duane Hanson, Nick Cave, Hani Rashid, George Nelson, Urban Jupena (Nationally recognized fiber artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have her sculpture, "Sojourner Truth," commissioned for the Emancipation Hall in the Capital Visitor Center in Washington DC), Cory Puhlman (televised Pastry Chef extraordinaire), Thom O’Connor (Lithographs), Paul Evans (Brutalist-inspired sculpted metal furnishings), Eugene Caples (small bronze images/abstract), Morris Brose (Bronze Sculptures), Herb Babcock (blown glass), Larry Butcher (mixed media) and Lauren Anais Hussey...

A hand crafted Haemstede Holland design with a rich terra cotta underside and bright white glazed interior. The interior sgraffito swirl design is mirrored on the terra cotta undersi...

19th century monumental English harvest basket, great at the foot of a bed or amazing coffee table.

Large organic centerpiece bowl by American craftsman Bob Womack circa 1990s Maple burl free-form design with live edge underside and polished interior Sig...

The ceramic charger is an example of the kind of work by which John Glick became so famous. He was seduced by the effects of the reduction kiln, which decreased the levels of oxygen during firing, inducing the flame to pull oxygen out of the clay and glazes changing the colors of the glazes depending on their iron and copper content. In this way he achieved the rich gradients of ochre and umber and variations in stippling and opacity. It is signed by the artist and stamped with Plum Street Pottery #129 on the verso. John was an American Abstract Expressionist ceramicist born in Detroit, MI. Though open to artistic experimentation, Glick was most influenced by the styles and aesthetics of Asian pottery—an inspiration that shows in his use of decorative patterns and glaze choices. He has said that he is attracted to simplicity, as well as complexity: my work continually reflects my re-examination that these two poles can coexist… or not, in a given series. Glick also took influences from master potters of Japan, notably Shoji Hamada and Kanjrio Kawai, blending their gestural embellishments of simple forms with attitudes of Abstract Expressionism. He was particularly drown to the work of Helen Frankenthaler whose soak-stain style resonated with Glick’s multi-layered glaze surfaces, which juxtaposed veils of atmospheric color with gestural marks and pattern. He spent countless hours developing and making his own tools in order to achieve previously unseen results in his work with clay and glaze. Glick’s “Plum Tree Pottery” (now a designated historic landmark in Farmington Hills, Michigan) studio opened around 1965 and closed in the summer of 2016. It was a private studio space for John and a number of his students and assistants. He believed his shapes evolved guided by forces apparently outside his control. This was instinctual, intellectual and due to his openness to change, fusing into what he thought was the most positive force behind a potter’s approach: evolution and growth. Some have called it inspiration. John was not only a major figure in the Detroit creative community, but in the ceramics world at large. According to Shelley Selim in her book on John, “John Glick: A Legacy in Clay” John remains: “one of the most recognizable names in the field of studio pottery – known for lecturing, publishing, and offering workshops widely – and his work has been featured in well over a hundred local, national and international exhibitions since he was a college student in the late 1950s.” Along with this John has mentored over thirty studio apprentices over five and a half decades, received numerous grants and awards for his work, and has been prolific, with an estimated 300,000 ceramic wares throughout the world. He received his Masters from Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, working with Maija Grotell, a legendary and influential teacher. Grotell was noted for her deep interest in the human connection to nature’s rhythms and patters. These ideas often grounded her dialog with her students including Glick, affecting, a profund and lasting influence on his future work. This famous Art Academy was designed by architect and faculty member, Eliel Saarinen who collaborated with Charles and Ray Eames on chair and furniture design. Numerous creative artists who are alumni of Cranbrook include: Harry Bertoia, Florence Knoll, Jack Lenor Larsen, Donald Lipski, Duane Hanson, Nick Cave, Hani Rashid, George Nelson, Urban Jupena (Nationally recognized fiber artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have her sculpture, "Sojourner Truth," commissioned for the Emancipation Hall in the Capital Visitor Center in Washington DC), Cory Puhlman (televised Pastry Chef extraordinaire), Thom O’Connor (Lithographs), Paul Evans (Brutalist-inspired sculpted metal furnishings), Eugene Caples (small bronze images/abstract), Morris Brose (Bronze Sculptures), Herb Babcock (blown glass), Larry Butcher (mixed media) and Lauren Anais Hussey...

Pair of Finnish bowls. Lathe turned stacked laminate wood.

Large Cenedese Murano Signed art glass bowl in swags of blue with gold dust And controlled bubbles. Engraved Signature as shown on the bottom.

Vintage large handblown thick glass shallow catch all bowl. In great condition. No chips or cracks. Beautiful faux tortoise shell pattern.

A stunning vintage Murano art glass bowl. Freeform shape in clear and green glass with a gold speckled design. An earth-toned accent perfect for a modern designed space. From a priva...

Nicely turned maple wood charger. Concentric ring design in the manner of Russel Wright.

This stunning Ron Mynatt cobalt fluted signed art glass bowl is a beautiful piece of art. Made from hand-blown glass, this bowl has a gorgeous co...

A modernist stoneware glazed ceramic tea pot by Detroit artist John Glick of Plum Tree Pottery. Circa late 20th century. Glazed in earthtones. Artisisnal yet functional and makes a u...

Asymetrically shaped polished aluminum bowl on small walnut base . Interior has been powdercoated .

A contemporary hand blown art glass sculpture by Mark Eckstrand, circa 1990s. Signed on bottom. A decorative bowl design with curved etches and a base inspired by ocean motifs. Mark ...

Three pieces of finely formed colored glass. Two are Swedish the pinched cylinder piece is Finnish. Tallest is 11" bulbous about 10 wide mouth vase 7.5...

The Frantisek Zemek blue and yellow abstract glass sculpture with dual bowls is a captivating masterpiece that harmoniously blends form and function. Etched signature on bottom. Hand...

Beautifully formed long tapering Rosewood dish . Hand carved from single solid piece of Rosewood . Unsure on its origins .

A David Helm hand blown glass bowl. This wonderful glass bowl has been hand blown by glass artist David Helm. The details in this piece are absolutely stunning. The outside of the bo...

The Steuben Thumbprint Bowl Series by George Thompson is a stunning collection of hand-blown crystal bowls that feature the iconic "thumbprint" pattern...

Very nicely made and crafted boomerang or flying V-form hammered copper bowl.

Quistgaard for Dansk, Ej for Woodline, Richard Nissen for Nissen Each about 11.5" Diameter x 4" Tall

Vintage in the style of Alfredo Barbini Red Wine Murano Glass Ruffled Catchall. A possible signature on the bottom since it looks to be done by a t...

Diloirenzo carved tree trunk center bowl, great form and color, signed on bottom.