Functional Art Ceramic Platter Toni Lawrence 1991 Deer & Field Lilies Unique!

This bright and vibrantly colored ceramic platter is in excellent condition. The sweet and whimsical scene depicts two deer enjoying the smell of field lilies. These functional art pieces are unique and one of a kind; no two are the same. There are some pinholes, mostly on the back, which is a glaze defect where tiny holes are present in the fired glaze surface and normally go down to the body surface below. There is some crazing on the front of the item, which makes this one-of-a-kind piece more unique. You can read more below about the artist. Features: • Artist Toni Lawrence is a a native Angeleno, but spent her childhood in Rome, Italy, which provided important influence on her work • The myths and fairy tales that were read to her in Italian are the basis for the recurring themes in her ceramics today • She started working in clay in the 1970's, and fell in love with the organic feel of hand-building her ceramics • Her art is known for its lyrical, fluid style and whimsical sense of humor • Her work is currently being shown and collected internationally • Known as 'Functional Art,' many her pieces double as items such as fountains, lamps, mirrors and candleholders. • Some of her collectors include Whoopi Goldberg, Emma Thompson, Mark Addy, Kimberly Hefner and casting agent Judith Holstra • Measures 13" long, 11 1/4" wide, 7/8" deep Condition: Pre-Owned Good Any questions? Feel free to send me a message. All offers considered!