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Michael Simon

Michael Simon

Michael Simon was a functional ceramic artist who lived in Athens, Georgia. His works were usually fired in salt kilns with motifs of nature and animals. Simon was a student of Warren MacKenzie, who was, in turn, a student of Bernard Leach. Though their influence is felt, Simon's work is unique; every pot emerges with an integrity and attitude all its own. He received his B.F.A. from the University of Minnesota and M.F.A. from the University of Georgia. In 2011, Michael Simon had a major exhibition at The Northern Clay Center entitled Michael Simon: A Life in Pots featuring 30 years of his pottery. In 2013, he exhibited at the Georgia Museum of Art and showcased his best pots from the past several decades. The exhibition was called Pick of the Kiln: The Work of Michael Simon. 

“The source of my work is found in the role that pots perform within the household. Largely, this means food preparation, serving and storage, but a sliding scale does exist between function and expression….  The various formats—cups, bowls, pitchers, jars—advance in constant evolution.  Change proceeds slowly and subtly, but the growth carries on and is most satisfying….  Slow progress comes into view in the development of the work in total, not the beauty of any one pot.  There is no end.” (from Michael Simon: Evolution)

  • $900
    Michael Simon

    Triangular Vase

    This lovely vase features a subtle surface design used by Simon. It measures 8.5 x 4 x 3.75." Please reference 23MSJS01 if calling the gallery to i...

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  • $3,000
    Michael Simon

    Teapot

    This is an excellent example of one of Simon's teapots. It measures 4.5 x 7.75 x 7.75". Please reference 23MSKH19 if calling the gallery to inquire.

  • $450
    Michael Simon

    Yunomi

    The most common type of Japanese teacup, made for daily or informal tea drinking, also perfect for wine. It measures 4 x 3.5". Please reference 23M...

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  • $700
    Michael Simon

    Yunomi

    The most common type of Japanese teacup, made for daily or informal tea drinking, also perfect for wine. It measures 4 x 3.5". Please reference 23M...

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  • $500
    Michael Simon

    Yunomi

    The most common type of Japanese teacup, made for daily or informal tea drinking, also perfect for wine. It measures 4 x 3.25". Please reference 23...

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  • $700
    Michael Simon

    Yunomi

    The most common type of Japanese teacup, made for daily or informal tea drinking, also perfect for wine. It measures 4 x 3". Please reference 23MSK...

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  • $700
    Michael Simon

    Yunomi

    The most common type of Japanese teacup, made for daily or informal tea drinking, also perfect for wine. It measures 4 x 3". Please reference 23MSK...

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  • $500
    Michael Simon

    Yunomi

    The most common type of Japanese teacup, made for daily or informal tea drinking, also perfect for wine. It measures 3.75 x 3.25". Please reference...

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  • $500
    Michael Simon

    Yunomi

    The most common type of Japanese teacup, made for daily or informal tea drinking, also perfect for wine. It measures 3.75 x 3.25". Please reference...

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  • $350
    Michael Simon

    Teacup

    A very quiet cup. It measures 3.5 x 3.5". Please reference 23MSKH07 if calling the gallery to inquire.

  • $500
    Michael Simon

    Oval Bowl

    The perfect size to set out as a decorative dish. It measures 6.5 x 6.5 x 2". Please reference 23MSKH06 if calling the gallery to inquire.

  • $700
    Michael Simon

    Square Bowl

    This shallow bowl is treated with a lovely blue-green glaze. It measures 6.5 x 6.5 x 2". Please reference 23MSKH05 if calling the gallery to inquire.

  • Sold
    $650
    Michael Simon

    Soy Bottle

    This sleek bottle is decorated with lively dashed lines. It measures 4.5 x 4.75 x 2". Please reference 23MSKH04 if calling the gallery to inquire.

  • $4,500
    Michael Simon

    Persian Jar

    This very special jar is has a lovely carved form and black slash mark surface decoration with spots of golden glaze, It is salt-glazed stoneware a...

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  • $600
    Michael Simon

    Every Day Bowl

    This shallow bowl is good size for soup, pasta or salad with a lovely blue-green glaze. It measures 2.5 x 9.5". Condition: chip on bottom rim. Plea...

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  • $600
    Michael Simon

    Every Day Bowl

    This shallow bowl is good size for soup, pasta or salad with a lovely blue-green glaze. It measures 2.5 x 9.5". Please reference 23MSPO23 if callin...

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  • $600
    Michael Simon

    Every Day Bowl

    This shallow bowl is good size for soup, pasta or salad with a lovely blue-green glaze. It measures 2.5 x 9.5". Condition: two tiny chips on bottom...

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  • $600
    Michael Simon

    Every Day Bowl

    This shallow bowl is good size for soup, pasta or salad with a lovely blue-green glaze. It measures 2.5 x 9.5". Condition: two tiny chips on bottom...

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  • $600
    Michael Simon

    Every Day Bowl

    This shallow bowl is good size for soup, pasta or salad with a lovely blue-green glaze. It measures 2.5 x 9.5". Please reference 23MSPO20 if callin...

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  • $350
    Michael Simon

    Teacup

    A salt-glazed stoneware very quiet cup. It measures 2.75 x 3.75". Condition: tiny chip on handle. Please reference 23MSPO19 if calling the gallery ...

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  • $350
    Michael Simon

    Teacup

    A very quiet cup. It measures 2.75 x 3.75". Condition: tiny chip on handle. Please reference 23MSPO18 if calling the gallery to inquire.