These British studio ceramicists reshaped the medium

A circa-1984 footed bowl by British studio ceramicist Lucie Rie achieved $37,500 plus the buyer’s premium in October 2022. Image courtesy of Freeman’s and LiveAuctioneers
A circa-1984 footed bowl by British studio ceramicist Lucie Rie achieved $37,500 plus the buyer’s premium in October 2022. Image courtesy of Freeman’s and LiveAuctioneers
A circa-1984 footed bowl by British studio ceramicist Lucie Rie achieved $37,500 plus the buyer’s premium in October 2022. Image courtesy of Freeman’s and LiveAuctioneers

NEW YORK — The story of studio ceramics is inextricably linked to multiple countries and cultures, so when looking at ceramicists working in Great Britain in the 20th century, we actually need to cast our gaze across the world. These British artists were often inspired by pottery they saw on their travels or by exported vessels from far-flung locations. Similarly, the vessels these Britons made might also travel to Asia or the Americas, inspiring artisans there.

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