Paul J. Katrich

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

Vessels by Paul J. Katrich
Created in Fall, 2005

Luster Vessel 0974 (8-1/2")

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Vessels by Paul J. Katrich
Created in Fall, 2005,
for the Cord Shows'
"Pottery, Porcelain and Ceramics Expo"
in Old Greenwich, Connecticut
December 10-11, 2005

Vessel 0973 (5-1/2")

Vessel 0974 (8-1/2")

Vessel 0975 (6")

Vessel 0976 (4-1/2")

Vessel 0977 (4" Diameter; 2" Height)

"Golden Sea"
Vessel 0978 (13-3/4")

Vessel 0979 (4" Diameter; 2-1/2" Height)

Vessel 0980 (8")

Vessel 0981 (5-3/4")

Vessel 0982 (3")

Vessel 0983 (3-1/4")

Vessel 0984 (8-1/4")

"Midsummer Night's Dream"
Vessel 0985 (12-1/4")

Vessel 0986 (9-1/4")

Vessel 0987 (11")

Vessel 0988 (6-3/4")

Vessel 0989 (6")

Vessels by Paul J. Katrich
Created in Fall, 2005,
for The Showplace in Manahattan

Vessel 0966 (5-1/2")

Vessel 0967 (5-3/4")

Vessel 0968 (4")

Vessel 0969 (7-3/4")

Vessel 0970 (8-3/4")

Vessel 0971 (3-1/2")

Vessel 0972 (10-1/2")

View luster pottery by Paul J. Katrich
currently available at The Showplace in New York City.

Pottery, Porcelain, Ceramics Expo

December 10-11, 2005,
in the Civic Center,
Old Greenwich, Connecticut

Click here for the
Review of this Show, with
Quotes from Paul J. Katrich,
and a Photo of His Vessels
in Antiques And The Arts Online

Archived Quotes from the Cord Shows Website
about the Pottery, Porcelain and Ceramics Expo:

"Lovers of contemporary pottery won't want to miss an opportunity to talk with and hear from one of the country's most exciting new talents -- world-renowned potter, Paul Katrich, who will speak on Collecting & Enjoying Art Pottery in a free to showgoers seminar on Saturday at 1 PM. Mr. Katrich will also offer several of his highly sought after pieces for sale... The colors, textures and forms of Katrich's unique Lusterware have taken the art form to a new level.

"Fakes, Reproductions and Knockoffs, a "touch and feel" display, compliments of the American Art Pottery Association.

"Professional Restorations by Patti Bourgeois who will assess and evaluate restoration projects, provide estimates and timelines, and accept items for restoration. If you have an item in need of restoration please bring it in.

"International knowledgeable dealers willing to try to identify your mysteries.

"This show will present dealers offering all forms of pottery including American and European art pottery, stoneware, Yellowware, Pearlware, Redware; all types of ceramics from functional to decorative, and porcelains from R. S. Prussia to Flow Blue; antique through contemporary, country to formal."

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view the Cord Shows website

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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Paul J. Katrich

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

Vessels by Paul J. Katrich Created in Fall, 2005

Luster Vessel 0974 (8-1/2")

To see a larger photograph, please click on an image.

Vessels by Paul J. Katrich Created in Fall, 2005, for the Cord Shows' "Pottery, Porcelain and Ceramics Expo" in Old Greenwich, Connecticut December 10-11, 2005

Vessels by Paul J. Katrich Created in Fall, 2005, for The Showplace in Manahattan

Vessel 0966 (5-1/2") Vessel 0967 (5-3/4") Vessel 0968 (4") Vessel 0969 (7-3/4") Vessel 0970 (8-3/4") Vessel 0971 (3-1/2") Vessel 0972 (10-1/2")

View luster pottery by Paul J. Katrich currently available at The Showplace in New York City.