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Kevin de Choisy (1954 - 2020) was a British studio potter who was unusual in being able to produce top quality work in earthenware and stoneware, as well as porcelain. He trained in ceramics at Harrow School of Art under Colin Pearson and Walter Keeler. He then spent some time in New Mexico and Arizona between 1978 and 1980 studying Native American Pueblo pottery. In 1984 he returned to the United States to work as a production thrower and designer at Rowe Pottery Works in Wisconsin before returning to England in 1991, when he became a ceramic technician at the University of the West of England. It was there that he developed many of the forms and the decoration that he used in his work. He is best known for his contemporary take on the polychrome and creamware glazes that were developed in England during the industrial revolution. More recently Kevin became interested in Chinese Song ceramics and the celadon glazes in particular. He was considered by some to be one of this country’s leading authorities on high fired Oriental glazes, having a real feel and understanding of the subtleties of the many types of celadon.
Condition: Visually the vase is in perfect condition, but when you look underneath there is a firing crack to the base which appears to have been repaired with glue. It is difficult to see into the vase but I think the crack transfers through to the inside. I haven’t tested it to see if it will hold water but am happy to do so if required. The vase is unmarked.
Dimensions:
8cm square and 13cm tall
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This is a vintage item and as such may have signs of wear in accordance with its age. Anything that we think is of note will have been mentioned above, but please study the photos carefully to satisfy yourself as to its condition as it is not possible to list every little mark or flaw. We are happy to provide high resolution photographs or videos if required, and answer any questions you may have - just get in touch!
