Paul J. Katrich

Positively Unique and Rather Extraordinary
Luster Pottery
(for Unique and Extraordinary People)

Handmade Wall Sculptures
Created by Paul J. Katrich

These Works were Created
from 1995 to 1996
and are No Longer Available

Many Different Color Treatments were
Designed for these Ceramic Sculptures

Author Series

Beatrix and Dante




Poe




2 of the Variations of Shakespeare




Twain and Whitman

Contemporary Classics Series

2 of the Variations of Comic Mask




Astral Globe and Victorian House




2 of the Variations of Peacock Feather




Star 1 and Star 2




2 of the Variations of Castle




Bubble TV and Spaceship




2 of the Variations of Papyrus




Interlacing Set of Victorian Design




Model with Ceramic Miniatures on
Painted Board for Donor Mural




Design for Hearth and Mantle






Paul J. Katrich in his studio, 1996

American Art Pottery
Association (AAPA) Convention,
in Syracuse, New York,
April 28-30, 2006

The AAPA Auction at the
2006 AAPA Convention
Included some of Paul Katrich's
Wall Sculptures from the Mid-1990's

The Description is by Paul J. Katrich,
Written for the AAPA Auction Catalog

(Photograph Courtesy AAPA)

Wall Sculptures (3" to 4")

"This selection primarily dates
between 1995 and 1996. Most are
client samples for installations,
and are either unique, or nearly so.

"These were never made directly available
to the public, and there is no significant
reserve supply of them in existence.
I have no plans to produce these in the
future; their like will never appear again."

Cranbrook Urn Restoration
by Paul J. Katrich

Cranbrook
Fine Arts & Education Campus

Cranbrook Urn Located in the Booth House - Sunset Room
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Restored Cranbrook Urn Shown with Paul J. Katrich.

Restoration completed in 1995.

Click here for more information about the Cranbrook Urn,
the Cranbrook fine arts & education campus,
and a free screensaver with photos about Cranbrook.

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Luster Pottery by Paul J. Katrich

This website contains a complete visual archive
of the ceramic works by noted Studio Potter
Paul J. Katrich. His pottery is part of
important, public and private collections.

We hope you find the same delight
from these images and information
as was found in creating the pottery.

Internet Archive and History

We have kept this Internet archive since
the earliest existence of the vessels.
Believing Katrich Pottery to have permanent
value and historical resonance, we have
expended substantial resources, both material
and intellectual, to maintain this record.
In so much as possible, it is absolutely complete.

This documentation virtually assures the
authenticity and integrity of all Katrich vessels,
however far they may travel. Our collectors will
always enjoy total access to the true story of
their cherished pottery.

To our knowledge, no other studio pottery,
vintage or modern, can claim so sober and
comprehensive an account of unique work.
In the realm of ceramics, nothing comparable
has been attempted or so long preserved.

We welcome visitation from collectors, students,
scholars and pottery enthusiasts of every stripe.
Katrich Studios, Inc., is the ultimate authority
for the works of Paul J. Katrich.
We hope that you enjoy our efforts.

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Design and Lecture Services

Paul J. Katrich is a modern traditionalist.
He is also a degreed Art Historian
and frequent guest lecturer in the
fine and decorative arts.

An accomplished sculptor and artist in many media,
he offers a variety of professional design services.
Mr. Katrich serves as Secretary on the Board of the
American Art Pottery Association.

"I am always delighted to speak to
you regarding your needs and interests.
I am pleased to discuss gallery and museum shows,
charitable events, commissions, lectures or
special purchases. You may expect a prompt
and polite response." - Paul J. Katrich

Your questions and comments
are gratefully received,
by sending e-mail to
Luster@Katrich.com
or by phoning (313) 359-3400


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Fine Art Pottery

The pottery consists of fine,
hand-thrown ceramic vessels,
fired with rare colors and treatments,
including in-glaze iridescent lusters.

Each piece is utterly unique
in design and execution:
no repetition is possible.

Flawed or inferior examples are
destroyed: no second-quality Katrich
pottery is ever permitted to enter
the marketplace.

The Pottery Marks
of Paul J. Katrich

From 1997-2005
his Registered Trademark
(a Grecian Sphinx)
was glazed and fired
onto the bottom
of the vessels.




Beginning in 2006
his Registered Service Mark
(a Grecian Sphinx with
"Katrich" added below)
has been glazed and fired
onto the bottom
of the vessels.

The Katrich Mark

A Personal Description by the Artist

"A Grecian Sphinx appears on all authentic ceramic works of Paul J. Katrich. The Sphinx is a symbol shrouded in myth and antiquity; revered in many cultures. "I adopted this signature to demonstrate respect for the artists of the ancient East, whose pottery is a constant source of wonder. For me, the Sphinx is a guardian of arcane knowledge and many mysteries. "By tradition, the vessel held in her paws denotes life and special insight. "She has faithfully served Katrich Studios, as a companion and good-luck token, for many years. May she do as much for the possessor." Paul J. Katrich

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