HARDING BLACK / 1960 STARBURST BOWL
Item History & Price
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Please check out my 100% Positive feedback and bid withcomplete confidence. (And please checkout the other beautiful pots that I have on eBay.) You arebidding on a museum quality 1960 bowl by the late renowned potter and glazemaster Harding Black. DESCRIPTION...: This stellar mid-Century bowl finds HardingBlack at the peak of his ceramic prowess. In keeping with the potter’s methodology, a lovely simple form serves asa canvas for a stunning display of glaze wizardry. Theinterior of the bowl has light blue and milky white tones that provides abackdrop for a series of jewel-like, glassy sang de boeuf rays. The latter emanate forth from a shimmering sangde boeuf circle with a creamy white center. Thishighly collectible bowl measures 8 3/4” in diameter and stands 2 1/4” high atthe rim. It is in mint condition- nochips, cracks or repairs- and is signed and dated (1960) in the recessedinterior of the beautifully proportioned foot ring. This is a no reserve auction. ABOUT HARDING BLACK: The late Harding Black spent over 60 yearsthrowing pots and making ceramic pieces in San Antonio, Texas. He is best known for his beautiful glazes andis considered by many to be a ceramics pioneer and one of the significanthistorical figures in 20th century American ceramics. He was self-taught and devoted his life toresearching the science of glaze technology. Mr. Black was able to discover the methods to duplicate many historicalglazes, including the ancient Chinese glazes, such as chun, flambé, oxblood andoil spot. Appreciation (and demand) forhis work has surged in recent years. SHIPPING: Winning bidder pays for insured USPS Priority shipping. Winning bidder pays applicable state salestax that might be collected by eBay. International shipping charge is $60. Winning international bidders are responsible for any import taxesimposed by their particular country. Payment via PAYPAL is due within five days of the end of the auction. THANKS for looking and GOOD LUCK.
