Every Katrich Vessel
 
  All Vessels are Unique in Design and Execution
 
  Fall-Winter, 2011-2012, for the New York Pier Show and The Showplace in Manhattan.
 
  Spring-Summer, 2011, for AAPA Show and Sale in Philadelphia, and for Pottery Lovers Reunion in Zanesville.
 
  Winter, 2011, for NY Antiques & Americana at the Piers Show, plus Arts & Crafts Conference in NC.
 
  Spring-Fall, 2010, for AAPA Convention, Pottery Lovers Reunion in OH, and The Showplace.
 
  Winter, 2010, for New York Ceramics Fair, and the Arts & Crafts Conference.
 
  Fall, 2009, for Columbus Art Pottery Exhibition in Ohio, and for Barbara Gerr Antiques (Arnie Small) at NY Pier Show, and for The Showplace in Manhattan.
 
  Summer, 2009, for Pottery Lovers Reunion Show in Zanesville, Ohio, and for The Showplace in Manhattan.
 
  Spring, 2009, for AAPA Art Pottery Show & Sale, Philadelphia.
 
  Winter, 2009, for Arts & Crafts Conference in Asheville, North Carolina.
 
  Winter, 2009, for New York Ceramics Fair, NYC.
 
  Fall, 2008, for NY Pier Antiques and Art Show, and for The Showplace in Manhattan.
 
  Summer, 2008, for Pottery Lovers Reunion Show in Zanesville, Ohio.
 
  Spring, 2008, for American Art Pottery Association Show & Sale, Philadelphia.
 
  Winter, 2008, for Arts & Crafts Conference in Asheville, North Carolina, and for The Showplace in Manhattan.
 
  Fall, 2007, for NY Pier Antiques and Art Show, and for The Showplace in Manhattan.
 
  Summer, 2007, for Pottery Lovers Reunion Show in Zanesville, Ohio.
 
  Spring, 2007, for Arts & Crafts Chicago and American Art Pottery Association Shows.
 
  Winter, 2007, for Arts & Crafts Conference in Asheville, North Carolina.
 
  Winter, 2007, for New York Ceramics Fair, NYC.
 
  Fall, 2006, for Fall New York Antiques and Fine Art Fair, NYC.
 
  Summer, 2006, for Pottery Lovers Reunion in Zanesville, Ohio.
 
  Spring, 2006, for AAPA Pottery Show, Dalton's in Syracuse, NY, and The Showplace in Manhattan.
 
  Winter, 2006, for Arts & Crafts Conference, in Asheville, NC.
 
  Winter, 2006, for New York Ceramics Fair, NYC.
 
  Fall, 2005, for Pottery Expo in Old Greenwich, Connecticut, and for the Showplace.
 
  Summer, 2005, for Wendy Fall Fair at Park Avenue Armory in NYC.
 
  Summer, 2005, for Pottery Lovers Reunion in Zanesville, Ohio.
 
  Winter-Spring, 2005, for AAPA Convention and Show in Cincinnati, Ohio.
 
  Winter, 2005, for Arts & Crafts Conference in Asheville, NC.
 
  Fall-Winter, 2004-05, for New York Ceramics Fair, NYC.
 
  Summer, 2004.
 
  Spring, 2004, for Paul J. Katrich Solo Exhibition in New York City.
 
  Winter, 2004, for Arts & Crafts Conference in Asheville, NC.
 
  Winter, 2004, for New York Ceramics Fair, NYC..
 
  Fall, 2003.
 
  Summer, 2003.
 
  Spring, 2003, for AAPA Convention and Show, Cincinatti, Ohio.
 
  Winter-Spring, 2003.
 
  Winter, 2003, for Arts & Crafts Conference in Asheville, NC.
 
  Fall, 2002.
 
  Summer, 2002.
 
  Spring, 2002.
 
  Winter, 2002, for Arts & Crafts Conference in Asheville, NC.
 
  Fall-Winter, 2001-02.
 
  Summer, 2001.
 
  Spring, 2001.
 
  Winter, 2001, for Arts & Crafts Conference in Asheville, NC.
 
  Fall-Winter, 2000-01.
 
  Summer, 2000.
 
  Winter-Spring, 2000.
 
  Fall, 1999, for the first Paul J. Katrich Exhibition.
 
  Summer, 1999.
 
  Spring, 1999.
 
  Winter, 1999.
 
  Fall, 1998.
 
  Summer, 1998.
 
  Fall-Spring, 1997-98.
 
  Sculptural works made from 1995-1997.
 

Trademark of Paul J. Katrich Paul J. Katrich

Positively Unique and Rather Extraordinary
Luster Pottery

(for Unique and Extraordinary People)



Escape at Bedtime


by Robert Louis Stevenson



[Iridescent Pottery by Paul J. Katrich (0820)] [Iridescent Pottery by Paul J. Katrich (0820)]
[Iridescent Pottery by Paul J. Katrich (0820)]
"Escape At Bedtime" (Robert Louis Stevenson) 0820 (11")

"I have always loved the poetry of
Robert Louis Stevenson, especially
A Child's Garden of Verses.

"This vase was a component of my solo
exhibition in New York City, in 2004.
The text of "Escape at Bedtime"
best explains the theme."

[Description by Paul J. Katrich]




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"Escape at Bedtime"
by Robert Louis Stevenson


The lights from the parlour and kitchen shone out 
       Through the blinds and the windows and bars; 
And high overhead and all moving about, 
       There were thousands of millions of stars. 
There ne'er were such thousands of leaves on a tree, 
       Nor of people in church or the Park, 
As the crowds of the stars that looked down upon me, 
       And that glittered and winked in the dark. 

The Dog, and the Plough, and the Hunter, and all, 
       And the star of the sailor, and Mars, 
These shown in the sky, and the pail by the wall 
       Would be half full of water and stars. 
They saw me at last, and they chased me with cries, 
       And they soon had me packed into bed; 
But the glory kept shining and bright in my eyes, 
       And the stars going round in my head.





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Image of a Print Edition


[Escape At Bedtime, by Stevenson]



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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.




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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 (248) 738-7720


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






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.



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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.

[ Trademark fired onto bottom of 2 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.

[ Updated Trademark of Paul J. Katrich ]



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[Katrich Registered Service Mark] 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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