This is an exceptional, authentic piece of vintage American studio art pottery by the artisan signed. Combining organic textures with a sharp mid-century modern sensibility, this 10-inch low bowl/rimmed plate is an exquisite example of late 20th-century clay craft. Its substantial weight and commanding visual contrast make it equally suited as a functional serving piece or a striking centerpiece display vessel. Design, Artistry & Glaze Technique. Hand-thrown from a durable, heavy stoneware clay body. The interior basin features a brilliant satin-matte cream glaze, beautifully punctuated by a dense, natural iron-spot “speckling” that emerges natively from the clay body during the kiln firing. Cutting boldly across the face of the dish is an inlaid, abstract geometric chevron (V-shape) segment. The dark, unglazed earth-tone section is heavily manipulated with intricate, deeply carved abstract incisions reminiscent of natural bark, fossilized twigs, or volcanic striations. This rough, brutalist texture creates a magnificent tactile contrast against the smooth, glassy glaze surrounding it. The reverse displays a cleanly trimmed, unglazed foot ring revealing the raw, gritty personality of the natural stoneware clay. Centered perfectly within the foot ring is the artist’s hand-incised, elegant cursive signature. This piece has been remarkably well-preserved. Free of chips, cracks, hairline fractures, or structural repairs. The glaze remains bright and clear, showing no signs of heavy utensils use, scratching, or dulling. Note: Any minor variations in the speckled concentration, clay coloration, or depth of the carved lines are entirely inherent to the handmade, artisanal firing process. 2 1/4 inches approx. Low rimmed serving bowl / shallow centerpiece dish. Is a highly respected, self-taught American master potter based in North Georgia. He is recognized as a pioneer and structural pillar of the historic artisan community in downtown Dahlonega. Background : Walker began working with clay in 1966. He completely taught himself the craft, opening his landmark retail storefront and active studio, Brad Walker Pottery, in 1975. Downtown Staple : Operating out of the same location on Dahlonega’s public square for over 50 years, his business stands as one of the oldest thriving commercial shops in the area. Philosophy : Rather than focus on mass industrial manufacturing, Walker works with a personal philosophy of “touching lives rather than just making cups, ” aiming to create deep storytelling connections with people through his clay. Artistic Style & Technique. Forms & Textures : His signature catalog consists of hand-sculpted, wheel-thrown functional stoneware, emphasizing fluted rims, carved structural details, and geometric patterns. Glaze & Poetry : He is known for using complex reactive drip glazes, rich earth tones, textured crawling effects, and vibrant oceanic blues or teals. Many of his premium accent pieces incorporate handwritten, etched poetic lines from classic writers like Walt Whitman and Rumi. Signature : Authentic pieces feature his distinct handwritten signature or stamp, usually inscribed directly onto the unglazed base or bottom rim of the pottery.

Vintage Charlotte Walker Studio Pottery Bowl Description and Item Information Up for sale is this vintage studio pottery bowl or open mouth vase. Please excuse any glare in the photos. This piece was beautifully hand thrown and decorated. It has a three sided shape, and it is finished in white and brown glazes. This pot stands approximately 3 inches tall, and it is about 4 3/4 inches across this varies somewhat depending on where it is measured. Unpacked, it weighs 9.2 ounces. This would be a fine addition to a collection of mid-century American studio ceramics. Identification This item is by Charlotte Walker, a listed artist within the Vasefinder Online Museum. Per Vasefinder, Walker was from Oakland, California, and she exhibited in the Nationals in 1951. The age of this example is not known. Condition This pot looks great overall, with no chips or cracks. It has very light wear. Variations in glazing are as made. Terms of Sale 1. Payments must be received within three days of the end of the listing, unless prior arrangements have been made. And international government regulations prohibit such behavior. Other Information Individual computers may display colors differently. The item “VINTAGE CHARLOTTE WALKER CALIFORNIA STUDIO ART POTTERY BOWL MID-CENTURY MODERN” is in sale since Friday, June 5, 2020. This item is in the category “Pottery & Glass\Pottery & China\Art Pottery\Studio/ Handcrafted Pottery”. The seller is “craigkc” and is located in Sunny California. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• New or Used: Used
• Style: Mid-Century Modern
• Material: Clay
• Original/Reproduction: Vintage Original
• Object Type: Bowl
• Color: Multi-Color

Vintage Roy Walker Studio Pottery Bowl Description and Item Information Up for sale is this large, hand thrown pottery bowl by the listed artist, Roy Walker. Please excuse any glare in the photos. This glazed stoneware piece is approximately 16 inches in diameter, and it stands about 3 1/4 inches tall. Unpacked, it weighs 6 pounds 7.1 ounces. This pot would be a fine addition to a collection of vintage American studio ceramics. Identification This piece was made by Roy Walker, a listed artist in the Vasefinder online museum. Walker is also profiled in the seminal reference by Hazel Bray, The Potter’s Art in California 1885 to 1955. Per Bray, Walker was born in Bakersfield, California in 1910. He was a student of Glen Lukens at Fullerton Junior College. Walker also attended University of California, Berkeley. During the late 1930s and early 1940s, he taught ceramics at the California State School for the Blind in Berkeley. He also taught art at Woodland High School and San Francisco City College. Walker was a member of the Association of San Francisco Potters, and he was an award-winning exhibitor at their shows at the De Young Museum and at San Francisco Art Festivals. Later in life, he relocated to Long Beach, California. Condition This bowl looks very good overall, with no cracks. It has light wear. To the exterior rim is a subtle, linear area of glaze loss measuring about 1/2 inch by 1/32 inch (see Photo 7). There are two very minor exterior rim flakes measuring about 1/4 inch by 1/16 inch and 1/4 inch by 1/8 inch, respectively (see Photos 5 and 6). Minor rim asymmetry is as made. Terms of Sale 1. Payments must be received within three days of the end of the listing, unless prior arrangements have been made. Some countries have restrictions or prohibitions on certain classes of merchandise. And international government regulations prohibit such behavior. Individual computers may display colors differently. The item “16 VINTAGE ROY WALKER CALIFORNIA STUDIO ART POTTERY BOWL STUDENT OF GLEN LUKENS” is in sale since Monday, December 17, 2018. This item is in the category “Pottery & Glass\Pottery & China\Art Pottery\Studio/ Handcrafted Pottery”. The seller is “craigkc” and is located in Sunny California. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Material: Pottery
• Object Type: Bowl
• Color: Multi-Color
• Style: Mid-Century Modern
• Original/Reproduction: Vintage Original
• New or Used: Used