Lot #47: Original Andy Smith Studio Art Pottery Vase

Original Andy Smith Studio Art Pottery Vase This is an original art pottery vase by Andy Smith, showcasing a unique studio design with vibrant yellow and blue hues in a striped pattern. The vase, signed by the artist on the base, adds a touch of character and authenticity. This piece would be a lovely addition to a collector or someone that likes unique pottery. An exceptional original hand-thrown stoneware vessel by acclaimed American ceramicist Andy Smith. This piece beautifully showcases the artist’s signature design philosophy, marrying an unconventional geometric form with a delicate, painterly color story.The tapered body features a multi-layered watercolor-wash glaze technique, displaying translucent diagonal stripes of pastel yellow, sky blue, and light sage green. The asymmetrical, "squircle" (square-oval) rim is intricately detailed with a hand-painted brown border and meticulous, evenly spaced white hash marks.The vase is anchored by a reddish-brown painted band at the base, featuring the artist's authentic "A. Smith" signature cleanly incised through the glaze using a classic sgraffito technique Artist Information Andy Smith is a prominent contemporary American studio potter known for his expressive use of color and distinct structural forms. Operating an independent ceramics workshop for several decades, Smith is celebrated for his "watercolor on stoneware" style. By layering glazes to build translucent, fluid depths, he achieves a delicate aesthetic rarely seen in functional pottery. Every piece is individually thrown on the wheel and hand-decorated, ensuring that no two examples from his workshop are exactly alike Specifications Height: 7.5 inches Top Dimensions (Squircle): 5.0 x 4.5 inches Base Diameter: 3.0 inches Condition: Excellent studio condition; no chips, cracks, crazing, or restorations Pickup at Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue Pickup category timeslot {A}