161 - Andrew Martin, Raku-fired bud vase, Value: $125

161

Title:  Raku-fired bud vase

Artist:    Andrew Martin

Media:  Ceramics

Dimensions:  3.25" x 5" diameter

Value: $125

Martin’s pots are inspired by his exploration of English, Asian and Islamic pottery traditions. This raku-fired bud vase showcases the luminous quality of the medium with atmospheric fields of earthy brown tone on a creamy white clay body. Elegant and contained, this will make a wonderful addition to your home or gift this fall.

Andrew Martin was a 1979 graduate of the Kansas City Art Institute whom we have known for decades.  He received his MFA from Alfred and BFA from Kansas City Art Institute. He exhibits throughout the country and taught at craft schools including Anderson Ranch in Colorado, Penland in North Carolina, and Arrowmont. His inspirations come from Chinese, Japanese and Middle Eastern ceramics. He is the author of a definitive book on mold making for ceramic artists, “The Essential Guide to Mold Making and Slip Casting.” He is the recipient of two NEA fellowships for artists. https://www.brackers.com/project/andrew-martin/

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