Amphora: Rogier Vandeweghe Ceramics 1957-1975
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Author Description
Rogier Vandeweghe established himself as an independent potter in Sint Andries, near Bruges, after leaving the ceramic workshop Per Ignem, which he had founded with his brother Laurent in 1947. Under the name Amphora, from 1960 on, his quickly expanding workshop produced entirely hand-thrown vessels. His modern forms - with glazes developed in-house and experimental firing techniques - rapidly earned the workshop an international reputation. Participation in major contemporary exhibitions led to numerous awards and acquisitions by leading ceramic museums across Europe. In 1975 all production ceased, and the workshop faded into obscurity. The present publication is a tribute to Rogier Vandeweghe and his wife, Myranna Pyck, for their unwavering commitment and their continuous quest for high-quality modern beauty in their ceramics. Text in English, French and Dutch.
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THE THESIS
This publication chronicles the artistic output of Rogier Vandeweghe's Amphora ceramics workshop between 1957 and 1975. After establishing himself as an independent potter, Vandeweghe founded Amphora in 1960, focusing on entirely hand-thrown vessels. His innovative forms, unique glazes, and experimental firing techniques quickly garnered international acclaim, leading to numerous awards and museum acquisitions across Europe. The book serves as a tribute to Vandeweghe and his wife, Myranna Pyck, celebrating their dedication to modern ceramic artistry.
THE SCOPE MAP
- A detailed examination of Rogier Vandeweghe's ceramic work from 1957 to 1975 under the Amphora name.
- Insights into the development of unique glazes and experimental firing techniques employed by the workshop.
- Documentation of the workshop's expansion and international recognition.
- Coverage of Vandeweghe's participation in major contemporary art exhibitions and subsequent awards.
- Information on acquisitions by leading European ceramic museums.
- A tribute to Rogier Vandeweghe and Myranna Pyck's commitment to high-quality modern beauty in ceramics.
- Text presented in English, French, and Dutch.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
The book is presented as a tribute to Rogier Vandeweghe and Myranna Pyck, highlighting their significant contributions to modern ceramics during the Amphora period. It details the workshop's rise to international prominence through innovative techniques and artistic merit, as evidenced by numerous awards and museum acquisitions. The publication aims to celebrate their dedication to high-quality, modern aesthetic in their craft. The multilingual text ensures accessibility to a broader audience interested in ceramic art history.
Page Count:
192
Publication Date:
2019-03-14
Publisher:
Arnoldsche Art Publishers
ISBN-10:
3897905574
ISBN-13:
9783897905573
Non-Fiction
Art
Monographs
Design
Ceramics
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