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OVERBECK POTTERY FIGURINE - FARMER HORSE AND BUGGY
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Very nice vintage Overbeck Pottery figurine of a Farmer or Quaker riding a Horse and Buggy. It is a great folk art piece with a wonderful whimsical look about it. The figurine measures close to 8" long, 4" tall (farmer), and 3" wide (widest part of base). The piece appears to have been well taken care of over the years and is in excellent condition with no damage or repairs. Please We accept bids within the United States only and all items are shipped by USPS Priority Mail. Good luck and thanks for bidding! I did a little research on the internet and found this information: "Overbeck Pottery, produced between 1911 and 1955, is recognized as an important part of our national art history. The museum preserves the creative art of the six Overbeck sisters who lived and worked in Cambridge City, Indiana. Overbeck History In Cambridge City, Indiana, in1911, four sisters established the Overbeck Pottery in their home. At a time when most pottery was copied from European and Japanese art, they believed that "borrowed art is bad art". The majority of their work stemmed from their surroundings and included painted porcelain; redware; imported vases, Art Nouveau and Art Deco; and figurines modeled on real-life persons or "grotesques" which Mary called "humor of the kiln". They were especially noted for their subtle hues in matte glaze as well as brilliant turquoise and heliotrope in bright glaze. They never divulged these formulas. It is believed they are in the possession of their nephew. From its inception Overbeck Pottery has been held in high esteem. Awards were won in Paris, Chicago, New York, Syracuse, Baltimore, St. Louis, Detroit, in Indiana on a regular basis and at the Panama Pacific Exposition. In recent years growing groups of museum curators, art schools and collectors have developed a full realization of the artistry of Overbeck Pottery. It has earned an important place in the history of American art and has been exhibited at the Indianapolis Museum of Art and Wayne County Museum. In 1990 the Los Angeles County Museum of Art featured a prize Overbeck vase in their exhibition. In 1987-88 Overbeck Pottery was awarded national recognition in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston sponsored exhibit, "The Art That Is Life"; The Arts and Crafts Movement in America, 1875-1920. A vase in the collection was chosen as an example of originality in early American pottery and was exhibited in Boston, Detroit, Los Angeles and New York Art Museum. The modest, genteel Overbeck sisters would be astounded at the fame they have achieved. Overbeck Family IDA, 1861-1946 The eldest, Ida opened a successful photography studio in Cambridge City. Married to Martin Funk, wheelwright and woodcarver, Ida was the only sister to marry. MARGARET, 1863-1911 The catalyst in establishing the Pottery, she functioned as a teacher as well as an accomplished artist. She studied at the Cincinnati Art Academy, trained with Frank Duveneck as well as other well-known artists. She taught art in private schools in Kentucky and Missouri, then DePauw University, before returning home to help found Overbeck pottery. HANNAH, 1870-1931 Attended Cincinnati Art Academy and Indiana State University. She was the "ultimate designer", a perfectionist in sketching and water colors. Listed in the American Arts Annual, her drawings were featured in Ceramic Studio, a magazine for china painters. She taught school before returning home in poor health. Though bed-ridden with severe neuritis, she continued to design by having the pencil placed in her fingers. HARRIET, 1872-1951 An accomplished musician, Harriet trained in Chicago, Cincinnati, and Leipzig. she played piano, organ, and violin; gave private lessons; and directed choirs. A proficient linguist, she spoke French, German, and Italian fluently. During the busy years of the Pottery, Harriet kept house for her sisters. ELIZABETH, 1875-1936 "The ultimate potter", Elizabeth studied with Margaret in early years and later at the College for...
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