{"product_id":"retired-michael-kifer-monumental-post-modern-abstract-vase-signed-dated-2004-copy","title":"Michael Kifer Monumental 16\" Postmodern Abstract Sculptural Studio Pottery Vase","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichael Kifer Monumental 16\" Postmodern Abstract Sculptural Studio Pottery Vase  Signed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: 16\"T x 6.5\"W x 6\"D  (40.64cm x 16.51cm x 15.24cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarkings: Kifer \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 8.5 Lbs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA spectacular large-scale studio pottery vase by acclaimed American ceramic artist \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichael Kifer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, celebrated for his expressive combinations of sculptural form, dramatic color, and contrasting surface textures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStanding an impressive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16 inches tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this substantial handcrafted vessel blurs the boundaries between functional pottery and contemporary ceramic sculpture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts tall, angular body features a rich, glossy aubergine and burgundy ground, dramatically embellished with sweeping abstract brushstrokes in turquoise, teal, lavender, blue, and soft yellow-green. Delicate golden ochre lines, spontaneous markings, and painterly gestures create an energetic composition that wraps continuously around the vessel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe most striking feature is its extraordinary sculptural upper section. A dramatically oversized, irregular matte-black rim flows over the angular body, framing an intricately textured panel decorated with raised geometric patterns, recessed squares, circular impressions, and linear relief work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe juxtaposition of the richly colored glossy surfaces against the deeply textured matte-black ceramic creates a stunning interplay of color, dimension, and form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEqually compelling from every angle, this exceptional work makes a commanding statement displayed independently as a ceramic sculpture, architectural accent, or centerpiece in a curated modern interior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichael Kifer (born 1952) is an accomplished American ceramic artist based in Richland, Michigan, whose studio practice began in 1974. Michael Kifer maintained an accomplished studio ceramics career spanning more than five decades, from 1974 until his retirement in 2025.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter studying at Kellogg Community College, Kifer apprenticed with noted ceramic sculptor Frank A. Colson in Sarasota, Florida. His artistic direction evolved significantly following his studies at the Penland School of Craft in 1984, where he explored a more painterly approach to ceramic decoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis distinctive work combines expressive surface painting with contrasting textures, unconventional forms, and an adventurous use of color. Throughout his career, Kifer has received recognition and awards for his innovative approach to studio ceramics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist: Michael Kifer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: United States\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle: Postmodern, Abstract Modernist, Contemporary Studio Art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials: Handcrafted ceramic with painted and glazed decoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements: 16\"H × 6.5\"W × 6\"D (40.64 × 16.51 × 15.24 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 8.5 lbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkings: Signed Kifer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderful opportunity to acquire a substantial, highly expressive example of American studio ceramics by an accomplished artist whose work embraces both painting and sculpture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny photographs showing furniture or additional décor are included only to demonstrate styling and scale. 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