Platter
Object NamePlatter
Artist / Maker
George Lowe
((American, b. 1954))
Date2005
MediumEarthenware or stoneware
Dimensions16in (40.75cm)
ClassificationsDecorative Arts, Ceramics
Credit LineGift of Gary and Marlene Olson. In the permanent collection, Brunnier Art Museum, University Museums, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa.
Object numberUM2015.34
Status
Not on viewCollections
CultureAmerican
Label TextEach piece of pottery made by the ceramicist George Lowe is hand formed and fired, uniquely beautiful and spiritual in their creation, but utilitarian in nature and meant to be touched and used. He works alone and each vessel guides Lowe in the construction of its form. Lowe is inspired by the long history of the pottery medium and that is visible in his art, but he also strives to make each piece relevant to the modern world. He develops dramatic exterior effects with various glazes and firing methods that connect with historic examples of ancient and folk pottery, but also nature.
Locations
- (not entered) Iowa State University, Brunnier Art Museum
Object Name: Tea set and plates and platter
Rosenthal
Object number: 85.12.1aa-gg
