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b. 1929 - d. 2014

Donald Lester Reitz (November 7, 1929 – March 19, 2014) was an American ceramic artist, recognized for inspiring a reemergence of salt glaze pottery in United States. He was a teacher of ceramic art at the University of Wisconsin–Madison from 1962 until 1988. During this period, he adapted the pottery firing technique developed in the Middle Ages, which involved pouring salt into the pottery kiln during the firing stage. The method was taught in European ceramic art schools, but largely unknown in United States studio pottery.

In 1982, Reitz was in a serious car accident involving a truck and was hospitalized for several months. While recovering from his injury, he began to create a series of ceramic pieces that came to be known by a collective name, Sara Period. In 2007, Reitz suffered a heart attack and would undergo close to a dozen surgeries, including a valve replacement. He continued producing works with the help of studio assistants.

Reitz died on March 19, 2014, at the age of 84 of heart failure and was eulogized by The New York Times and the American Craft Council. His works are featured in several museums including the Smithsonian Institution, American Museum of Ceramic Art, and Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

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  • Don Reitz 1929-2014 Glazed Studio Art Pottery Bowl
    Jan. 29, 2025

    Don Reitz 1929-2014 Glazed Studio Art Pottery Bowl

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Pottery bowl by Donald Lester Reitz (1929-2014), showcasing his mastery of salt and luster glazes with an earthy, textured surface in muted tones. The interior features a decorative design, contrasting the rough-hewn, experimental exterior. Incised signature by the artist on the underside. Created with SnapGenie Dimensions: 4 X 7 X 7 in. Condition: Good overall condition with minor surface wear consistent with age and handling. Some imperfections intended by the artist. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping: Hill Auction Gallery offers in-house ground contiguous USA domestic shipping, excluding New Mexico, for 55 plus insurance. Gallery will refer third party shippers for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request. Local Delivery: Florida door-to-door hand delivery service available for this lot; contact [email protected] for an estimate.

    Hill Auction Gallery
  • DON REITZ, GREEN GLAZED ART POTTERY 'TROPHY' BOWL
    Dec. 04, 2024

    DON REITZ, GREEN GLAZED ART POTTERY 'TROPHY' BOWL

    Est: $400 - $600

    Don Reitz (American, 1929-2014). 'Trophy' bowl - undated, stoneware, salt glaze, inscribed signature to the underside of the foot. Provenance: From an important Atlanta estate. Approximate dimensions: h. 8.5", w. 15", d. 14".

    Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
  • 20th c. Don Reitz Ceramic Blue Burst Jug Vase
    Nov. 12, 2024

    20th c. Don Reitz Ceramic Blue Burst Jug Vase

    Est: $400 - $800

    Don Reitz (American, 1929-2014). Studio ceramic jug or vase with a glazed blue burst design sprawling along the unglazed exterior, mid- to late 20th century. This bulbous vessel features a squat, rounded form with a tapered neck. The contrast between the turquoise-hued glazed splashing across the earthy unglazed surface adds a layered and tactile texture to the piece. Carved "Reitz" along the underside.

    Revere Auctions
  • Don Reitz, (American, 1929) Stoneware Pottery Lidded Jar
    Nov. 07, 2024

    Don Reitz, (American, 1929) Stoneware Pottery Lidded Jar

    Est: $50 - $500

    DESCRIPTION: Don (Donald) Reitz, (American, 1929-2014) stoneware pottery lidded jar. Signed 'Reitz' on the underside. Donald Lester Reitz (November 7, 1929 – March 19, 2014) was an American ceramic artist, recognized for inspiring a reemergence of salt glaze pottery in United States. He was a teacher of ceramic art at the University of Wisconsin–Madison from 1962 until 1988. During this period, he adapted the pottery firing technique developed in the Middle Ages, which involved pouring salt into the pottery kiln during the firing stage. His works are featured in several museums including the Smithsonian Institution, American Museum of Ceramic Art, and Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. CIRCA: 20th Century ORIGIN: USA DIMENSIONS: H: 7 1/2" W: 8" CONDITION: Good Condition Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email.

    Akiba Galleries
  • Don Reitz, Vessel
    Oct. 17, 2024

    Don Reitz, Vessel

    Est: $600 - $800

    Don Reitz Vessel late 20th century glazed stoneware 7 h x 12.5 w x 11.25 d in (18 x 32 x 29 cm) Incised signature to underside 'Reitz'. Provenance: Collection of Arthur J. Williams This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

    Rago Arts and Auction Center
  • Two studio art pottery vessels: Rock Hard Stoneware, Don Reitz (American, 1929 - 2014) 8 1/4"H x 6 3/4"W (larger)
    Oct. 09, 2024

    Two studio art pottery vessels: Rock Hard Stoneware, Don Reitz (American, 1929 - 2014) 8 1/4"H x 6 3/4"W (larger)

    Est: $200 - $300

    Two studio art pottery vessels: Rock Hard Stoneware, Don Reitz (American, 1929 - 2014)

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), pair of art pottery creamer vessels, stoneware, 5 1/2"H x 4 1/4"Diam. (largest)
    Oct. 09, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), pair of art pottery creamer vessels, stoneware, 5 1/2"H x 4 1/4"Diam. (largest)

    Est: $100 - $200

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929-2014) pair of art pottery creamer vessels stoneware Signed under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), studio pottery tea bowl and platter, glazed stoneware, 4 1/4"H x 9 1/4"W (largest)
    Oct. 09, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), studio pottery tea bowl and platter, glazed stoneware, 4 1/4"H x 9 1/4"W (largest)

    Est: $140 - $250

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929-2014) studio pottery tea bowl and platter glazed stoneware Both signed under base Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), art pottery carafe and planter vessel, stoneware, 10 1/2"H x 4 1/2"Diam. (carafe)
    Oct. 05, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), art pottery carafe and planter vessel, stoneware, 10 1/2"H x 4 1/2"Diam. (carafe)

    Est: $400 - $600

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929-2014) art pottery carafe and planter vessel stoneware Both signed under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery footed bowl, glazed stoneware, 5"H x 7"Diam.
    Oct. 05, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery footed bowl, glazed stoneware, 5"H x 7"Diam.

    Est: $200 - $400

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929 - 2014) studio pottery footed bowl glazed stoneware Incised signature under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery sculpture, glazed stoneware, 6"H x 11"W x 9"D
    Oct. 05, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery sculpture, glazed stoneware, 6"H x 11"W x 9"D

    Est: $300 - $500

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929 - 2014) studio pottery sculpture glazed stoneware Incised signature under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery double handled jar with lid, glazed stoneware, 5 1/2"H x 7"W x 6"D
    Oct. 05, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery double handled jar with lid, glazed stoneware, 5 1/2"H x 7"W x 6"D

    Est: $300 - $500

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929 - 2014) studio pottery double handled jar with lid glazed stoneware Incised signature under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery lidded jar, glazed stoneware, 5"H x 7"Diam.
    Oct. 05, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery lidded jar, glazed stoneware, 5"H x 7"Diam.

    Est: $300 - $500

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929 - 2014) studio pottery lidded jar glazed stoneware Incised signature under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), footed studio pottery bowl with handles, glazed stoneware, 6"H x 16 1/2"W x 14"D
    Oct. 05, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), footed studio pottery bowl with handles, glazed stoneware, 6"H x 16 1/2"W x 14"D

    Est: $200 - $300

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929 - 2014) footed studio pottery bowl with handles glazed stoneware Incised signature under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), pair of studio pottery charger platters, 1992, glazed stoneware, 1"H x 9"Diam. (one)
    Oct. 05, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), pair of studio pottery charger platters, 1992, glazed stoneware, 1"H x 9"Diam. (one)

    Est: $200 - $300

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929-2014) pair of studio pottery charger platters, 1992 glazed stoneware Both signed and dated under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), studio pottery pitcher, glazed stoneware, 10"H x 6"Diam.
    Oct. 05, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), studio pottery pitcher, glazed stoneware, 10"H x 6"Diam.

    Est: $200 - $300

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929-2014) studio pottery pitcher glazed stoneware Signed under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), 2 studio pottery plates, glazed stoneware, 2 1/2"H x 10 1/2"Diam. (largest)
    Oct. 05, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), 2 studio pottery plates, glazed stoneware, 2 1/2"H x 10 1/2"Diam. (largest)

    Est: $200 - $300

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929 - 2014) 2 studio pottery plates glazed stoneware Incised signature under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), studio pottery planter vessel, glazed stoneware, 4 1/2"H x 6 1/2"Diam.
    Oct. 05, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), studio pottery planter vessel, glazed stoneware, 4 1/2"H x 6 1/2"Diam.

    Est: $200 - $400

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929-2014) studio pottery planter vessel glazed stoneware Signed under base Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), studio pottery bowl, 1992, glazed stoneware, 2 1/2"H x 12 1/4"Diam.
    Oct. 05, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), studio pottery bowl, 1992, glazed stoneware, 2 1/2"H x 12 1/4"Diam.

    Est: $200 - $300

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929-2014) studio pottery bowl, 1992 glazed stoneware Signed and dated under base Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), studio pottery pitcher, glazed stoneware, 9"H x 5 1/2"W
    Oct. 05, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), studio pottery pitcher, glazed stoneware, 9"H x 5 1/2"W

    Est: $200 - $400

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929-2014) studio pottery pitcher glazed stoneware Signed under base Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Tom Reitz, American (20th Century), pair of studio pottery vessels, glazed stoneware, 9"H x 4"Diam. (largest)
    Oct. 05, 2024

    Tom Reitz, American (20th Century), pair of studio pottery vessels, glazed stoneware, 9"H x 4"Diam. (largest)

    Est: $100 - $200

    Tom Reitz American, (20th Century) pair of studio pottery vessels glazed stoneware Both signed under base.

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), art pottery mug and bowl, stoneware, 3 3/4"H x 5"Diam. (bowl)
    Oct. 05, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), art pottery mug and bowl, stoneware, 3 3/4"H x 5"Diam. (bowl)

    Est: $200 - $300

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929-2014) art pottery mug and bowl stoneware Both signed under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014, art pottery lidded jar, stoneware, 6 1/4"H x 5 1/2"Diam. (with lid)
    Oct. 05, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014, art pottery lidded jar, stoneware, 6 1/4"H x 5 1/2"Diam. (with lid)

    Est: $200 - $400

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929-2014 art pottery lidded jar stoneware Signed under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), collection of 3 studio pottery candlestick holders, glazed stoneware, 2 3/4"H x 7 1/2"Diam. (largest)
    Sep. 18, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929-2014), collection of 3 studio pottery candlestick holders, glazed stoneware, 2 3/4"H x 7 1/2"Diam. (largest)

    Est: $120 - $200

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929-2014) collection of 3 studio pottery candlestick holders glazed stoneware All signed under base. One dated 1976. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • DON REITZ (1929-2014) Pitcher1975salt-glazed stonewareheight 14 1/2in (36.8cm); width with handle 11in (27.9cm)
    Jul. 25, 2024

    DON REITZ (1929-2014) Pitcher1975salt-glazed stonewareheight 14 1/2in (36.8cm); width with handle 11in (27.9cm)

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    DON REITZ (1929-2014) Pitcher 1975 salt-glazed stoneware height 14 1/2in (36.8cm); width with handle 11in (27.9cm)

    Bonhams
  • DON REITZ (1929-2014) I Did the Answer... What was the Question? Teapot-Form Covered Vessel1985glazed stoneware, incised 'REITZ' and titledheight 16 1/8in (41cm); width 12in (30cm); depth 10in (25.5cm)
    Jul. 25, 2024

    DON REITZ (1929-2014) I Did the Answer... What was the Question? Teapot-Form Covered Vessel1985glazed stoneware, incised 'REITZ' and titledheight 16 1/8in (41cm); width 12in (30cm); depth 10in (25.5cm)

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    DON REITZ (1929-2014) I Did the Answer... What was the Question? Teapot-Form Covered Vessel 1985 glazed stoneware, incised 'REITZ' and titled height 16 1/8in (41cm); width 12in (30cm); depth 10in (25.5cm)

    Bonhams
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery pitcher, glazed stoneware, 12 3/4"H x 10 1/4"W
    Jul. 06, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery pitcher, glazed stoneware, 12 3/4"H x 10 1/4"W

    Est: $160 - $250

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929 - 2014) studio pottery pitcher glazed stoneware Signed under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery double handled footed bowl, 1993, glazed stoneware, 6 1/2"H x 12"Diam.
    Jul. 06, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery double handled footed bowl, 1993, glazed stoneware, 6 1/2"H x 12"Diam.

    Est: $200 - $400

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929 - 2014) studio pottery double handled footed bowl, 1993 glazed stoneware Incised signature and date under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery vessel, glazed stoneware, 3"H x 10"Diam.
    Jul. 06, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery vessel, glazed stoneware, 3"H x 10"Diam.

    Est: $120 - $200

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929 - 2014) studio pottery vessel glazed stoneware Incised signature under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), double ended horizontal cornucopia studio pottery vase, glazed stoneware, 6 1/2"H x 15"W x 6"D
    Jul. 06, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), double ended horizontal cornucopia studio pottery vase, glazed stoneware, 6 1/2"H x 15"W x 6"D

    Est: $200 - $400

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929 - 2014) double ended horizontal cornucopia studio pottery vase glazed stoneware Incised signature under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery pedestal bowl, glazed stoneware, 6 1/4"H x 12 1/4"Diam.
    Jul. 06, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery pedestal bowl, glazed stoneware, 6 1/4"H x 12 1/4"Diam.

    Est: $300 - $400

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929 - 2014) studio pottery pedestal bowl glazed stoneware Signed under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery vessel, glazed stoneware, 8"H x 7"Diam.
    Jul. 06, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), studio pottery vessel, glazed stoneware, 8"H x 7"Diam.

    Est: $140 - $250

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929 - 2014) studio pottery vessel glazed stoneware Incised signature under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), ridged cylindrical studio pottery vase, glazed stoneware, 8 1/2"H x 4"Diam.
    Jul. 06, 2024

    Don (Donald) Reitz, American (1929 - 2014), ridged cylindrical studio pottery vase, glazed stoneware, 8 1/2"H x 4"Diam.

    Est: $300 - $400

    Don (Donald) Reitz American, (1929 - 2014) ridged cylindrical studio pottery vase glazed stoneware Signed under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: "Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt, and Wood" by Jody Clowes Fearless improvisation and revival in American studio ceramics. Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. Trained at Alfred University in the early 1960s, Reitz has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot. His work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. The Elvehjem Museum of Art (Now Chazen Museum of Art) retrospective features some seventy-four ceramic works that Reitz created between 1960 and the present. Don Reitz taught in the University of Wisconsin-Madison art department from 1962 to 1988. In 2002 he received one of the highest honors in his field when the American Craft Council awarded him their Gold Medal. Jody Clowes is an independent art scholar and exhibition curator. This title was distributed for the Elvehjem Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison Source: http://uwpress.wisc.edu/books/3931.htm

    Ripley Auctions
  • DONALD REITZ (American, 1929 – 2014). Studio pottery multi-color drip-glazed, lift-cover, bun shape stoneware dish, Signed at base "Rei
    Feb. 01, 2024

    DONALD REITZ (American, 1929 – 2014). Studio pottery multi-color drip-glazed, lift-cover, bun shape stoneware dish, Signed at base "Rei

    Est: $150 - $250

    DONALD REITZ (American, 1929 – 2014). Studio pottery multi-color drip-glazed, lift-cover, bun shape stoneware dish, Signed at base "Reitz.". Cover has stylized twig handle - D: 12 in.

    Sloans & Kenyon
  • DON REITZ ART POTTERY CHARGER PLATE. SIGNED
    Oct. 18, 2023

    DON REITZ ART POTTERY CHARGER PLATE. SIGNED

    Est: $250 - $350

    DON REITZ Art Pottery Charger Plate. Signed Dimensions: H: 1.5 inches: W: 16.5 inches: D: 16.5 inches --- US Packing and Shipping charge: In house shipping available. Will be calculated once destination known. Plus insurance at a rate of $1 per hundred.

    Uniques & Antiques
  • Don Reitz (1929-2014) Vessel
    May. 24, 2023

    Don Reitz (1929-2014) Vessel

    Est: $400 - $600

    Don Reitz (1929-2014) Vessel glazed stoneware signed 'Reitz' H 8 x W 7 1/2 x D 4 inches This lot is located in Chicago. Property from a Private Collection, Chicago, Illinois

    Hindman
  • ATTRIBUTED DON (DONALD) REITZ (Wisconsin/Arizona, 1929-2014), Pipe-form abstract vessel., Salt-fired stoneware, height 17”. Length at base 11”.
    Apr. 19, 2023

    ATTRIBUTED DON (DONALD) REITZ (Wisconsin/Arizona, 1929-2014), Pipe-form abstract vessel., Salt-fired stoneware, height 17”. Length at base 11”.

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    ATTRIBUTED DON (DONALD) REITZ Wisconsin/Arizona, 1929-2014 Pipe-form abstract vessel.

    Eldred's
  • Don Reitz, Untitled (Tea Stack)
    Apr. 13, 2023

    Don Reitz, Untitled (Tea Stack)

    Est: $7,000 - $10,000

    Don Reitz Untitled (Tea Stack) c. 2010 glazed stoneware 47.5 h x 19.75 dia in (121 x 50 cm) Incised signature to base 'Reitz'. Provenance: Leedy-Voulkos Art Center, Kansas City, MO | Acquired from the previous in 1989 by the present owner This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.

    Rago Arts and Auction Center
  • DON REITZ LIDDED POTTER.
    Feb. 28, 2023

    DON REITZ LIDDED POTTER.

    Est: $300 - $500

    A Don Reitz (American, 1929-2014) lidded pot. Brown glaze with green accents. Marked on base. 8 3/4" x 7 1/4"

    Quinn's Auction Galleries
  • DON REITZ
    Jan. 28, 2023

    DON REITZ

    Est: $300 - $500

    DON REITZ (American, 1929-2014), wide wing-shaped dish, glazed stoneware, signed ''Reitz'' and initialed to underside. Minor wear to glaze at edges, minor areas of crazing. 9-3/4''w, 8-1/2''d, 1-3/4''h.

    South Bay Auctions Inc
  • Don Reitz, Vessel
    Dec. 18, 2022

    Don Reitz, Vessel

    Est: $300 - $500

    Don Reitz, Vessel glazed ceramic, signed, 4.5"h

    Clars Auctions
  • Don Reitz, Slab Bowl
    Dec. 18, 2022

    Don Reitz, Slab Bowl

    Est: $500 - $700

    Don Reitz, Slab Bowl glazed stoneware, signed, 10"d

    Clars Auctions
  • Don Reitz, Large Pitcher
    Dec. 18, 2022

    Don Reitz, Large Pitcher

    Est: $500 - $700

    Don Reitz, Large Pitcher salt-glazed stoneware, shino glaze drips, signed, 12"h

    Clars Auctions
  • Donald Lester Reitz, (1929-2014, American), Footed charger, circa 1970s-80s, Bisque stoneware and engobe, 7.5" H x 12.25" W x 12" D
    Nov. 30, 2022

    Donald Lester Reitz, (1929-2014, American), Footed charger, circa 1970s-80s, Bisque stoneware and engobe, 7.5" H x 12.25" W x 12" D

    Est: $500 - $700

    Donald Lester Reitz (1929-2014, American) Footed charger, circa 1970s-80s Bisque stoneware and engobe Incised signature to underside: Reitz 7.5" H x 12.25" W x 12" D

    John Moran Auctioneers
  • DON (DONALD) REITZ (Wisconsin/Arizona, 1929-2014), Pipe-form abstract vessel., Salt-fired stoneware, height 17”. Length at base 11”.
    Nov. 18, 2022

    DON (DONALD) REITZ (Wisconsin/Arizona, 1929-2014), Pipe-form abstract vessel., Salt-fired stoneware, height 17”. Length at base 11”.

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    DON (DONALD) REITZ Wisconsin/Arizona, 1929-2014 Pipe-form abstract vessel.

    Eldred's
  • DON (DONALD) REITZ (Wisconsin/Arizona, 1929-2014), Abstract sculpture, Wood-fired stoneware, height 48”. Width across top 26”.
    Nov. 18, 2022

    DON (DONALD) REITZ (Wisconsin/Arizona, 1929-2014), Abstract sculpture, Wood-fired stoneware, height 48”. Width across top 26”.

    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

    DON (DONALD) REITZ Wisconsin/Arizona, 1929-2014 Abstract sculpture in the form of a baptismal font with a coiled serpent-like attachment at the top. Signed "Reitz" on base and dated "'01".

    Eldred's
  • DON REITZ, “YAMA NO YUKI," CERAMIC SCULPTURE.
    Sep. 24, 2022

    DON REITZ, “YAMA NO YUKI," CERAMIC SCULPTURE.

    Est: $700 - $900

    Reitz, Don (American, 1929-2014). “Yama No Yuki (Mountain Snow)" ceramic sculpture. Signed "REITZ 01." 11" x 8 3/4" x 7 1/4". Provenance: Purchased from Maurine Littleton Gallery, Washington D.C. in 2001. Includes receipt and appraisal. From a Maryland private collection.

    Quinn's Auction Galleries
  • Don Reitz (American, 1929-2014) Untitled Vessel
    Jul. 28, 2022

    Don Reitz (American, 1929-2014) Untitled Vessel

    Est: $300 - $400

    Don Reitz (American, 1929-2014) Untitled Vessel glazed stoneware signed 'Reitz' H 6 1/2 x Dia 5 inches.

    Hindman
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