{"product_id":"michele-richert-signed-american-studio-pottery-vase-sculptural-ceramic-art-oregon-artist","title":"Michele Richert Signed American Studio Pottery Vase | Sculptural Ceramic Art | Oregon Artist","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"811\" data-section-id=\"15q3dun\" data-start=\"717\"\u003eMichele Richert Signed American Studio Pottery Vase | Sculptural Ceramic Art | Oregon Artist\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2 data-end=\"827\" data-section-id=\"rmw5tv\" data-start=\"813\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"1568\" data-start=\"1177\"\u003eElegant in both form and restraint, this signed studio pottery vase by Oregon ceramic artist \u003cstrong data-end=\"705\" data-start=\"686\"\u003eMichele Richert\u003c\/strong\u003e exemplifies the beauty of contemporary American ceramics. Its graceful asymmetrical silhouette is enhanced by an organic sculptural relief evocative of flowing fabric and cascading water, creating graceful movement and visual depth from every angle. The understated composition reflects a quiet aesthetic that complements modern interiors while evoking the simplicity often associated with Asian design traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"1568\" data-start=\"1177\"\u003eFinished in a soft matte blue-gray glaze with delicate black speckling, the sculptural relief comes alive as light and shadow play across its flowing contours, enhancing the vessel's quiet elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"1776\" data-start=\"1570\"\u003eEqually striking displayed with fresh flowers, dried botanicals, or as a sculptural object on its own, this signed work reflects the artistry and individuality that collectors appreciate in studio ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 data-end=\"1789\" data-section-id=\"1dr5t50\" data-start=\"1778\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul data-end=\"2083\" data-start=\"1791\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1816\" data-section-id=\"1h14l3f\" data-start=\"1791\"\u003eArtist: Michele Richert\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli data-end=\"1838\" data-section-id=\"8tuz83\" data-start=\"1817\"\u003eOrigin: Oregon, USA\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli data-end=\"1875\" data-section-id=\"pyfe3y\" data-start=\"1839\"\u003eMedium: Handcrafted studio pottery\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli data-end=\"1957\" data-section-id=\"xjnyw7\" data-start=\"1876\"\u003eGlaze: Matte blue-gray with subtle black speckling and selective glossy accents\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli data-end=\"1998\" data-section-id=\"1cic24\" data-start=\"1958\"\u003eSigned: Yes, incised signature on base\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli data-end=\"2017\" data-section-id=\"12jarcx\" data-start=\"1999\"\u003eHeight: 6 inches\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli data-end=\"2039\" data-section-id=\"ctsg9z\" data-start=\"2018\"\u003eWidth: 4.175 inches\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli data-end=\"2060\" data-section-id=\"3y9emz\" data-start=\"2040\"\u003eDepth: 2.75 inches\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli data-end=\"2083\" data-section-id=\"e7rhvz\" data-start=\"2061\"\u003eWeight: 434.39 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 data-end=\"2098\" data-section-id=\"1uef3h1\" data-start=\"2085\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"2192\" data-start=\"2100\"\u003eExcellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, repairs, or other condition issues noted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 data-end=\"2212\" data-section-id=\"1gjyc67\" data-start=\"2194\"\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"2504\" data-start=\"2214\"\u003eMichele Richert demonstrates the hallmark of accomplished studio pottery—allowing form, texture, and craftsmanship to become the decoration. The quiet blue-gray glaze never competes with the sculptural relief, instead inviting light and shadow to reveal the vessel's graceful contours. Equally compelling as functional pottery or sculptural art, it is a piece that rewards repeated viewing. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 data-end=\"2547\" data-section-id=\"h0jp18\" data-start=\"2511\"\u003eCurator's Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp data-end=\"3025\" data-start=\"2549\"\u003eAlthough best known as a functional vessel, this piece comfortably bridges the line between decorative arts and sculpture. Michele Richert's work reflects the traditions of American studio pottery, where individual artists create small-scale works that emphasize hand craftsmanship, organic forms, and unique glaze development. The vase's flowing relief and restrained palette evoke influences found in East Asian ceramics while remaining distinctly contemporary in execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\n\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eArtist\u003c\/b\u003e = Michele Richert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\n\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e = Exc. 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