Photo: Mark Cortright
Photo: Mark Cortright
Photo: Mark Cortright
Photo: Mark Cortright

Covered Jar

USA, 2008
Date acquired:
Materials:
Porcelain
Form - Functional: N/A
Form - Sculptural: N/A
Method:
Thrown
Surface Technique: N/A
Kiln Type: N/A
Glazes:
Glaze
Mark Cortright | 1953 – Present

Robert Harrison is known for his large-scale site-specific architectural installations that incorporate brick and other materials. Smaller scale studio works include gallery installations, one of kind ceramic objects and multiples.

Harrison?s early career focused on the ceramic vessel, and then took a decidedly sculptural turn in the early 1980?s. His work grew in scale and complexity, and developed into his own identifiable style. The artist is heavily influenced by historic and contemporary world architecture, cultures and aesthetic.

Harrison states that the ?Architecture of Space? has become the focus of his artistic exploration. Harrison?s recent work in both large and small-scale studio objects has led to work opportunities with brick and tile manufacturers around the world. By partnering with industry, the artist investigates new tools and materials that support all aspects of his creative practice.

From 2004 to 2010 Harrison was President of the Board of National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (N.C.E.C.A.) and in 2011 he was made a fellow of N.C.E.C.A.

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