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      • Michael Lucero (American, b. 1953) "Seated Lady (Pre Columbus)", New York, New York, USA, 1991sold
        Aug. 23, 2023

        Michael Lucero (American, b. 1953) "Seated Lady (Pre Columbus)", New York, New York, USA, 1991

        Est: $5,000 - $7,000

        Michael Lucero (American, b. 1953) "Seated Lady (Pre Columbus)", New York, New York, USA, 1991 Glazed earthenware Signed to right shoulder: "MADE BY MICHAEL LUCERO NEW YORK CITY" (H: 22, W: 13 1/2, D: 11 in.) Qty: (1) Provenance Sotheby's, Contemporary Works of Art, New York, March 16, 2000, Lot 23 Property from a Private Philadelphia Area Collection Published Leach, Mark Richard, Michael Lucero: Sculpture 1976-1995, Hudson Hills Press, New York, 1996, pp. 102-3 (the present work illustrated in plates 35 and 36; it also appeared on the front of the dust jacket of the hardcover edition of this title) Very good; no breaks or repairs.

        Freeman's
      • Michael Lucero, Untitledsold
        Apr. 13, 2023

        Michael Lucero, Untitled

        Est: $2,000 - $3,000

        Michael Lucero Untitled USA, c. 2007 glazed and hand-painted earthenware 26.25 h x 18 w x 8 d in (67 x 46 x 20 cm) Signed to lower edge 'Michael Lucero'. This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.

        Rago Arts and Auction Center
      • Michael Lucero, Untitled (from the Pre-Columbus series)sold
        Apr. 13, 2023

        Michael Lucero, Untitled (from the Pre-Columbus series)

        Est: $2,000 - $3,000

        Michael Lucero Untitled (from the Pre-Columbus series) USA, 1991 glazed and hand-painted earthenware 15.875 h x 12.25 w x 10 d in (40 x 31 x 25 cm) Signed, dated and inscribed to body 'Made by Michael Lucero in New York City 12291'. This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.

        Rago Arts and Auction Center
      • Michael Lucero, Untitled (Dreamer)sold
        Apr. 13, 2023

        Michael Lucero, Untitled (Dreamer)

        Est: $2,000 - $3,000

        Michael Lucero Untitled (Dreamer) USA, 1983 glazed and hand-painted earthenware 24.125 h x 14 w x 16 d in (61 x 36 x 41 cm) Incised signature and date to underside 'Michael Lucero 1983'. Provenance: Clark Gallery, Lincoln, MA | Acquired from the previous in 1984 by the present owner This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.

        Rago Arts and Auction Center
      • Michael Lucero, Untitled (monumental figure)sold
        Apr. 13, 2023

        Michael Lucero, Untitled (monumental figure)

        Est: $1,500 - $2,000

        Michael Lucero Untitled (monumental figure) USA, 1982 hand-built and glazed earthenware, wire 94.5 h x 31.5 w x 44 d in (240 x 80 x 112 cm) Incised signature and date to underside of one element 'Michael Lucero 1982'. Provenance: Private Collection, California This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

        Rago Arts and Auction Center
      • Michael Lucero (American, b. 1953) Untitled (Devil), USA, 1977sold
        Mar. 08, 2023

        Michael Lucero (American, b. 1953) Untitled (Devil), USA, 1977

        Est: $800 - $1,200

        Michael Lucero (American, b. 1953) Untitled (Devil), USA, 1977 Earthenware, stains, chicken wire (H: 70, W: 28, D: 17 in.) Qty: (1) Provenance Acquired directly from the artist Property from the Robert L. Pfannebecker Collection Exhibited "Young Americans", Tucson Museum of Art, May 6-June11, 1978, Museum of Contemporary Crafts, New York July 21-September 30, 1978. "Robert L. Pfannebecker Collection. A Selection of Contemporary American Crafts". Moore College of Art, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania October 17 - November 20, 1980. "Poetics of Clay: An International Perspective", Philadelphia Art Alliance, 2001; Museum of Art and Design, Helsinki, Finland, 2002; Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, 2003; Literature American Crafts Council, Young Americans: Clay/Glass, exh. cat., New York, 1978, pl. 35, p. 18 (present lot illustrated) Mark Leach and Dr. Barbara Bloemink, Michael Lucero: Sculpture 1976-1995, Hudson Hills Press/Mint Museum of Art, New York/North Carolina, 1996, pp. 21, 33, 66-67 (related works illustrated) Artist Biography Sculptor and ceramic artist Michael Lucero was born in Tracy, California in 1953. He earned a B.A. from Humboldt State University (1975) and an M.F.A. (1978) from the University of Washington in Seattle, where he studied under ceramist and conceptual artist Howard Kottler. Working across a variety of mediums—from clay and fabric to steel and stoneware—and often in series, Lucero demonstrates “a reverence for high art, affection for folk art, nostalgia for nature, and curiosity about other cultures” in his polychrome sculptures. Simultaneously autobiographical and attuned to stylistic cues from pre-Columbian, Native American, European, and American folk art, Lucero’s work deftly commingles tradition with innovation. In addition to numerous private collections, examples of Lucero’s work can be found in the permanent collections of Pittsburgh’s Carnegie Museum of Art; the Metropolitan Museum of Art; the National Gallery of Art; and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, among others. Mostly intact; a number of elements with breaks and losses to lower segments, generally concentrated to outer areas of arms (hands); approximately thirty pieces have losses; a handful of elements likely detached and lost; no indication of replaced elements, a few pieces potentially reglued post-production; left foot of figure missing four toes; a few losses to lower edge of head elements. Presents well in person.

        Freeman's
      • MICHAEL LUCERO (BORN 1953) Untitled (Portrait of Two Figures)watercolor, gouache and pencil on paper, signed 'Michael Lucero' along lower edge10 1/2 x 13 1/2in (26.6 x 34.2cm)sold
        Jan. 25, 2023

        MICHAEL LUCERO (BORN 1953) Untitled (Portrait of Two Figures)watercolor, gouache and pencil on paper, signed 'Michael Lucero' along lower edge10 1/2 x 13 1/2in (26.6 x 34.2cm)

        Est: $200 - $300

        MICHAEL LUCERO (BORN 1953) Untitled (Portrait of Two Figures) watercolor, gouache and pencil on paper, signed 'Michael Lucero' along lower edge 10 1/2 x 13 1/2in (26.6 x 34.2cm)

        Bonhams
      • Michael Lucero, Chin Warrior (from the Reclamation series)sold
        Jan. 20, 2023

        Michael Lucero, Chin Warrior (from the Reclamation series)

        Est: $2,500 - $3,500

        Michael Lucero Chin Warrior (from the Reclamation series) 1996 glazed and hand-painted earthenware, found cement sculpture 21 h x 10.5 w x 5.25 d in (53 x 27 x 13 cm) Glazed signature to reverse 'Michael Lucero' with date code '4396'. Provenance: Acquired from Meyerson & Nowinski, Seattle by the present owner This work will ship from LAMA in Los Angeles, California.

        Rago Arts and Auction Center
      • Michael Lucero (American, b. 1953) Untitled (Devil), USA, 1977sold
        Nov. 18, 2022

        Michael Lucero (American, b. 1953) Untitled (Devil), USA, 1977

        Est: $4,000 - $6,000

        Michael Lucero (American, b. 1953) Untitled (Devil), USA, 1977 Earthenware, stains, chicken wire (H: 70, W: 28, D: 17 in.) Qty: (1) Provenance Acquired directly from the artist Property from the Robert L. Pfannebecker Collection Exhibited "Young Americans", Tucson Museum of Art, May 6-June11, 1978, Museum of Contemporary Crafts, New York July 21-September 30, 1978. "Robert L. Pfannebecker Collection. A Selection of Contemporary American Crafts". Moore College of Art, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania October 17 - November 20, 1980. "Poetics of Clay: An International Perspective", Philadelphia Art Alliance, 2001; Museum of Art and Design, Helsinki, Finland, 2002; Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, 2003; Literature American Crafts Council, Young Americans: Clay/Glass, exh. cat., New York, 1978, pl. 35, p. 18 (present lot illustrated) Mark Leach and Dr. Barbara Bloemink, Michael Lucero: Sculpture 1976-1995, Hudson Hills Press/Mint Museum of Art, New York/North Carolina, 1996, pp. 21, 33, 66-67 (related works illustrated) Artist Biography Sculptor and ceramic artist Michael Lucero was born in Tracy, California in 1953. He earned a B.A. from Humboldt State University (1975) and an M.F.A. (1978) from the University of Washington in Seattle, where he studied under ceramist and conceptual artist Howard Kottler. Working across a variety of mediums—from clay and fabric to steel and stoneware—and often in series, Lucero demonstrates “a reverence for high art, affection for folk art, nostalgia for nature, and curiosity about other cultures” in his polychrome sculptures. Simultaneously autobiographical and attuned to stylistic cues from pre-Columbian, Native American, European, and American folk art, Lucero’s work deftly commingles tradition with innovation. In addition to numerous private collections, examples of Lucero’s work can be found in the permanent collections of Pittsburgh’s Carnegie Museum of Art; the Metropolitan Museum of Art; the National Gallery of Art; and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, among others. Condition Mostly intact; a number of elements with breaks and losses to lower segments, generally concentrated to outer areas of arms (hands); approximately thirty pieces have losses; a handful of elements likely detached and lost; no indication of replaced elements, a few pieces potentially reglued post-production; left foot of figure missing four toes; a few losses to lower edge of head elements. Presents well in person.

        Freeman's
      • Michael Lucero (born 1953) Dreamer's Head1985painted and glazed earthenware, incised 'Michael Lucero N.Y.C.' and dated on undersideheight 21 1/4in (54cm); width 33 1/2in (85.1cm); depth 22 1/4in (56.5cm)sold
        Mar. 08, 2022

        Michael Lucero (born 1953) Dreamer's Head1985painted and glazed earthenware, incised 'Michael Lucero N.Y.C.' and dated on undersideheight 21 1/4in (54cm); width 33 1/2in (85.1cm); depth 22 1/4in (56.5cm)

        Est: $4,000 - $6,000

        Michael Lucero (born 1953) Dreamer's Head 1985 painted and glazed earthenware, incised 'Michael Lucero N.Y.C.' and dated on underside height 21 1/4in (54cm); width 33 1/2in (85.1cm); depth 22 1/4in (56.5cm) For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website

        Bonhams
      • Large Michael Lucero Dog Sculpturesold
        Feb. 06, 2021

        Large Michael Lucero Dog Sculpture

        Est: $2,000 - $4,000

        Work is titled "Shake." Provenance: Collection of Drs. Joan & Bernard Chodorkoff, the major part of whose collection is on permanent exhibition at Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida.

        Palm Beach Modern Auctions
      • Large Michael Lucero Hanging Figural Sculpture, 90"Hsold
        Oct. 10, 2020

        Large Michael Lucero Hanging Figural Sculpture, 90"H

        Est: $3,000 - $5,000

        Provenance: Estate of Florence Morris, Palm Beach, Florida. Mrs. Morris was a longtime resident of the island and a passionate collector who kept albums of ephemera related to her favorite artists. This auction includes several lots from her collection. Video preview available for all lots. Live or video walkthrough by appointment - email [email protected]. Thinking of selling? We are now accepting consignments for our February 2021 auction.

        Palm Beach Modern Auctions
      • Michael Lucero Glazed and Painted Plaster Sculpture Titled "Flea"sold
        Jun. 23, 2020

        Michael Lucero Glazed and Painted Plaster Sculpture Titled "Flea"

        Est: $800 - $1,200

        Michael Lucero Glazed and Painted Plaster Sculpture Titled "Flea" From the Earth Image Series, 1986 Of upright flea form, decorated on one side with a mountain landscape scene and open roadway, signed Michael Lucero. Height 18 3/4 inches, width 10 inches. C Collection of Gilbert & Sandra Oken

        Doyle New York
      • Michael Lucero (born 1953) Anthropomorphic Vessel Form (New World Series)1992glazed earthenware, signed, dated and inscribed 'NEW WORLD SERIES, ARCATA, CA SUMMER 1992 MICHAEL LUCERO'height 21 1/2in (54.6cm); width 18 1/4in (46.3cm); depth 9in (22....sold
        Jun. 04, 2020

        Michael Lucero (born 1953) Anthropomorphic Vessel Form (New World Series)1992glazed earthenware, signed, dated and inscribed 'NEW WORLD SERIES, ARCATA, CA SUMMER 1992 MICHAEL LUCERO'height 21 1/2in (54.6cm); width 18 1/4in (46.3cm); depth 9in (22....

        Est: $5,000 - $7,000

        Michael Lucero (born 1953) Anthropomorphic Vessel Form (New World Series) 1992 glazed earthenware, signed, dated and inscribed 'NEW WORLD SERIES, ARCATA, CA SUMMER 1992 MICHAEL LUCERO' height 21 1/2in (54.6cm); width 18 1/4in (46.3cm); depth 9in (22.8cm) For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website

        Bonhams
      • Large Michael Lucero Hanging Figural Sculpture, 90"Hsold
        May. 02, 2020

        Large Michael Lucero Hanging Figural Sculpture, 90"H

        Est: $3,000 - $5,000

        Provenance: Estate of Florence Morris, Palm Beach, Florida. Mrs. Morris was a longtime resident of the island and a passionate collector who kept albums of ephemera related to her favorite artists. This auction includes seventeen lots from her collection, many of which are accompanied by various gallery announcements and news clippings from her archives. Video preview available for all lots in our May 2nd auction. Simply email [email protected] with your request for additional photos or video. Do you have a similar item to sell? Consigning is just as easy and convenient: get started by sending photos and information about your items via email, our website, or snail mail.

        Palm Beach Modern Auctions
      • Michael Lucero (b. 1953) Frieze Isold
        Feb. 05, 2020

        Michael Lucero (b. 1953) Frieze I

        Est: $8,000 - $12,000

        Michael Lucero (b. 1953)Frieze Idated '1984' (lower right of the first element); signed 'Michael Lucero' (on the reverse of several elements)glazed ceramic tiles, in twenty partseach: 15 x 15 in. (38.1 x 38.1 cm.)Executed circa 1990s.

        Christie's
      • Michael Lucero (American b. 1953), Jughead from New World Series, Signed Glazed Ceramic Jugsold
        Dec. 10, 2019

        Michael Lucero (American b. 1953), Jughead from New World Series, Signed Glazed Ceramic Jug

        Est: $500 - $1,000

        Michael Lucero (American b. 1953) Jughead from New World Series Signed Michael Lucero on verso Glazed ceramic jug; with 2-inch chip along hat on verso Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)

        Weschler's
      • Michael Lucero (born 1953) Blue High1990polychromed and glazed earthenware, in five sections, signed 'Lucero'height 108in (274cm)sold
        Oct. 27, 2019

        Michael Lucero (born 1953) Blue High1990polychromed and glazed earthenware, in five sections, signed 'Lucero'height 108in (274cm)

        Est: $5,000 - $7,000

        Michael Lucero (born 1953) Blue High 1990 polychromed and glazed earthenware, in five sections, signed 'Lucero' height 108in (274cm) For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website

        Bonhams
      • Michael Lucero Abodesold
        Oct. 26, 2019

        Michael Lucero Abode

        Est: $4,000 - $6,000

        Michael Lucero (American, b. 1953) 'Abode' Glazed and painted ceramic with reclaimed plaster and cement; Signed Michael Lucero, top of butterfly wing; From the Reclamation Series

        Larsen Art Auction
      • Michael Lucero (b.1953 California) Head Sculpture 1982 Glazed Ceramic 12.5''x7.5''x7.5''.sold
        Sep. 19, 2019

        Michael Lucero (b.1953 California) Head Sculpture 1982 Glazed Ceramic 12.5''x7.5''x7.5''.

        Est: $500 - $1,000

        Michael Lucero (b.1953 California) Head Sculpture 1982 Glazed Ceramic 12.5''x7.5''x7.5''. A scarce early hand built sculpture with sgraffito hand on verso. Script signature ''M L 1982 NYC'' produced in New York City. Hole at top, possibly missing a hat piece. Overall excellent condition.

        MBA Seattle Auction LLC
      • Michael Lucero (American b. 1953), Jughead from New World Series, Signed Glazed Ceramic Jugsold
        Sep. 13, 2019

        Michael Lucero (American b. 1953), Jughead from New World Series, Signed Glazed Ceramic Jug

        Est: $2,000 - $3,000

        Michael Lucero (American b. 1953) Jughead from New World Series Signed Michael Lucero on verso Glazed ceramic jug; with 2-inch chip along hat on verso Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Property of Various Owners

        Weschler's
      • Michael Lucero American, b. 1953 Headsold
        Jun. 06, 2018

        Michael Lucero American, b. 1953 Head

        Est: $2,000 - $4,000

        Michael Lucero American, b. 1953 Head Painted ceramic Height 14 inches C 

        Doyle New York
      • Michael Lucero American, b. 1953 Untitled, 1985sold
        Jun. 06, 2018

        Michael Lucero American, b. 1953 Untitled, 1985

        Est: $3,000 - $5,000

        Michael Lucero American, b. 1953 Untitled, 1985 Signed Michael Lucero and dated 1985 Glazed earthenware 9 x 25 1/2 x 5 inches C 

        Doyle New York
      • MICHAEL LUCERO, Georgia/California, b. 1953, "Little House on the Prairie" (Dreamer),, Ceramic, height 22". Diameter 17.5".sold
        Apr. 06, 2018

        MICHAEL LUCERO, Georgia/California, b. 1953, "Little House on the Prairie" (Dreamer),, Ceramic, height 22". Diameter 17.5".

        Est: $5,000 - $10,000

        MICHAEL LUCERO Georgia/California, b. 1953 "Little House on the Prairie" (Dreamer), a head-form sculpture. Signed at base. Ceramic, height 22". Diameter 17.5".

        Eldred's
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