Paul J. Katrich

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

Luster Vessels Created by
Paul J. Katrich in Fall, 2008
for the NY Pier Antiques Show

"Autumn Opus" and "Stars Hanging Over the Ocean"
Luster Vessels 1293 (10-1/2") and 1297 ((11-1/2").

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Vessels Created by Paul J. Katrich
in Fall, 2008, for the
NY Pier Antiques Show

November 15-16, 2008
New York City

Vessel 1267 (5").

Vessel 1268 (6").

Vessel 1269 (6").

Vessel 1275 (6-3/4").

Vessel 1279 (9").

Vessel 1280 (6-1/4").

Vessel 1281 (6-1/2").

Vessel 1282 (5-1/2").

Vessel 1283 (5-3/4").

Vessel 1286 (6-1/4").

Vessel 1288 (6-3/4").

Vessel 1289 (11").

"Pillar of Fire"
Vessel 1290 (11-1/2").

"Protostar"
Vessel 1291 (11-1/2").

"Autumn Opus"
Vessel 1293 (10-1/2").

Vessel 1295 (6-3/4").

"Static Electricity"
Vessel 1296 (10-1/2").

"Stars Hanging Over the Ocean"
Vessel 1297 (11-1/2").

Read About the Pier Antiques Show
and other Stella Shows.

These Luster Vessels from Fall, 2008
have been Available at
The Showplace in New York City

Luster Vessel 1270 (5-3/4").

"Mossy green continents adrift on an iridescent
obsidian sea. A world in miniature."

Luster Vessel 1271 (7").

"Beautiful bottle vase in the deep blue-greens
of a secluded forest. Parallel drops of bright
gold suggest sunlight, which can only penetrate
its outer reaches."

Luster Vessel 1272 (5-1/2").

"Satin-matte iridescent vase in the midnight black
and sky blue of a retreating storm. The unsettled
atmosphere is streaked with golden lightning,
made ultraviolet in its heat."

Luster Vessel 1273 (7").

"Superb golden and copper volcanic vase,
intercut with tracery of silky lapis blue and
rich turquoise, iridescent at intervals. The
interior is a metallic copper."

Luster Vessel 1274 (7").

"A cubist Fantasia. Chevrons and angles dance
in delicate relief under molten gold of the
highest iridescence and reflection."

Luster Vessel 1276 (6").

A view deep within a forest pond, tangled with
aquatic grasses and the iridescent greens and
blues of reflected sunlight."

Luster Vessel 1277 (7-1/4").

"Substantial and potent classical vase in
rare copper-ruby and cobalt glaze of
richest hue. The vessel sports decoration
of linked iridescent golden rings;
an evocation of a timeless past."

Luster Vessel 1278 (6").

"A wonderful glazed vessel with deepest shades
of iridescent violet, pure red and merlot,
like the first approach of a summer night.
Deliberate trails of crystalline "stars"
complete the impression. Luster interior."

Luster Vessel 1284 (6-1/2").

"A molten Mars hangs in four phases within
cosmic strands of marbleized aqua and blue.
Bright iridescent interior."

Luster Vessel 1285 (6-1/4").

"The rarest and richest scarlet reds, violets and
iridescent oranges echo the pulchritude of a
setting tropical sun on this pristine vessel.
As fine a vase as I am capable of making.
"Red at night, sailor's delight!""

Luster Vessel 1287 (6-1/4").

"Clouds of iridescent gold chase the moonlight
through a sky of deepest midnight blue.
Metallic copper interior."

Luster Vessel 1292 (4-1/2").

"Serene blue planetary orb, wonderful to the
touch and pleasant in all its aspects.
Bright iridescent interior."

Luster Vessel 1294 (6-1/2").

"A raveled sky-blue curtain reveals a
background of pure cobalt blue. Delicate
tendrils of iridescent gold fall and flow
like cobwebs set upon by frost.
Metallic copper interior."

The descriptions are by Paul J. Katrich.

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

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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