Photo: Loren Maron
Photo: Loren Maron
Photo: Loren Maron
Photo: Loren Maron

Sack Vase

USA, 2000
Date acquired:
Materials:
Stoneware
Form - Functional: N/A
Form - Sculptural: N/A
Method:
Thrown and Altered
Surface Technique: N/A
Kiln Type: N/A
Glazes:
Ash Glaze
Robert Briscoe

Richard W. James in known for figurative mixed media sculpture. Works revolve around the bust or the full figure in various scales. Sculptures are most often developed using earthenware in combination with textile, metal or wood and frequently found elements. Ceramic surface treatment features underglaze application. After firing, various cold working surface techniques are used. The majority of James' figures are completed with carefully positioned found and modified objects.

The artist often uses himself as subject matter. The content for most works is a nuanced self-examination. James is ultimately interested in the factors that helped shape him including rural upbringing and culture, self-sufficiency, and the craftsman. His work is narrative and focuses on the portrait bust, the individual figure and the tableau.

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