Charles Bronfman’s Claridge Collection – Decorative Arts

November 06, 2013

LOT 92

Lot 92

DANIEL MATERNA

DANIEL MATERNA
Lot 92 Details
DANIEL MATERNA

UNTITLED

clay
height 3 ins; 7.6 cms, diameter 11 ins; 27.9 cms

Estimate $80-$120

Realised: $168
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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DANIEL MATERNA
  • DANIEL MATERNA
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Daniel Materna was born in Prague, Czech Republic. He graduated from the Ceramics College of Arts in Bechyne in 1965, and worked in several ceramics studios throughout Europe.

In 1969, Materna immigrated to Vancouver, British Columbia, where he set up his own studio in 1969. Materna has participated in a number of exhibitions and his work is found in several collections in Canada. He and his wife, Zuzy Vacek, moved their studio to Granville Island, Vancouver, in the mi-1980‘s, where they produce functional ware, lamps and sculptures. Materna creates the wood fired pieces, while his wife paints folk art style finishes on many of the works.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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