Description
This unique brutalist r pottery torso figure of a "Dark Knight" features an intricate design that has been glazed through the "Raku" firing technique. Unsigned, this piece was created by Carl "Pork" Lewis at Boulder Potters Guild in the 1980's. Comes with an artist signed authentication letter.
Measures 8.5" wide x 5.5" deep x 12.5" high.
In excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, glaze loss, or structural damage or issues of note. However there is one firing crack on the front center which is original and has no impact on structural integrity. See photos for details.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: In excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, glaze loss, or structural damage or issues of note. However there is one firing crack on the front center which is original and has no impact on structural integrity. See photos for details.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Pottery
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Measures 8.5" wide x 5.5" deep x 12.5" high.
In excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, glaze loss, or structural damage or issues of note. However there is one firing crack on the front center which is original and has no impact on structural integrity. See photos for details.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: In excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, glaze loss, or structural damage or issues of note. However there is one firing crack on the front center which is original and has no impact on structural integrity. See photos for details.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Pottery
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; In excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, glaze loss, or structural damage or issues of note. However there is one firing crack on the front center which is original and has no impact on structural integrity. See photos for details.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
12.5 x 8.5 x 5.5 in
Dark Knight Bust - 1980's Brutalist Raku Glazed Studio Pottery
Estimate $350-$1,040
Starting Price
$180
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The July Edit
Jun 26, 2026 6:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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