Skip to main content

Ken Ferguson Art

American, 1928-2004
Ken Ferguson received an M.F.A. in 1954 from Alfred University, and went on to become an influential teacher and artist in his field of pottery. From 1964 until 1996, when he was named Professor Emeritus, Ferguson was Head of the Ceramics Department at the Kansas City Art Institute. His students included Kurt Weiser, Chris Gustin, Akio Takamorri, Richard Notkin, and others. He created high-fired stoneware and also experimented in salt-glazing. In 1981 he was named one of the 12 greatest living potters by Ceramics Monthly Magazine. During the 1980s Ferguson had a summer home and studio in North Fork, Centennial, Wyoming.
to
1
1
3
Overall Width
to
Overall Height
to
4
2
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
3
3
1
5
9,970
2,753
1,376
1,373
4
Artist: Ken Ferguson
Basket with handle
By Ken Ferguson
Located in Kansas City, MO
Ken Ferguson Basket with handle Material: Stoneware, glaze Year: Circa 1980 Size: 18 x 13 inches Stamped Kenneth Richard Ferguson was an American c...
Category

1980s American Modern Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Stoneware, Glaze

"Large Hare Charger" by Ken Ferguson
By Ken Ferguson
Located in Morton Grove, IL
stoneware, glaze signed by artist
Category

1990s Contemporary Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Stoneware, Glaze

Huge Hare Platter by Ken Ferguson (INV# NP4059)
By Ken Ferguson
Located in Morton Grove, IL
Ken Ferguson Very rare and early work! USA, 1983 stoneware 22 h × 24 w × 5¾ d in signed by artist Ken Ferguson (1928 - 2004) received an M.F.A. in 1954 from Alfred University, and went on to become one of the most influential teachers and artists in his field of pottery. From 1964 until 1996, when he was named Professor Emeritus, Ferguson was Head of the Ceramics Department at the Kansas City Art Institute. His work has been included in solo shows at the Garth Clark Gallery in New York and the Frank Lloyd Gallery in California and can be found in prominent museum collections such as Charles A. Wustum Museum of Fine Arts (Racine, Wisconsin), Los Angeles County Museum of Art (California), Museum of Arts and Design (New York), and the Victoria and Albert Museum (London). With such a magnificent career, it is fitting that in 1981 he was named one of the 12 greatest living potters by Ceramics Monthly Magazine and has been a professor to such legendary ceramic artists as Kurt Weiser...
Category

1980s Contemporary Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Stoneware

Basket
By Ken Ferguson
Located in Missouri, MO
Basket By Ken Ferguson (1928-2004) 21" x 13" Ken Ferguson received an M.F.A. in 1954 from Alfred University, and went on to become an influential teacher and artist in his field of pottery. From 1964 until 1996, when he was named Professor Emeritus, Ferguson was Head of the Ceramics Department at the Kansas City Art Institute. His students included Kurt Weiser...
Category

20th Century Abstract Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Earthenware, Glaze

Basket
Basket
Price Upon Request
Related Items
Blossom 3, Abstract ceramic sculpture, purple flower
By Rachelle Krieger
Located in New York, NY
Artist Statement by Rachelle Krieger: These new ceramic sculptural works are a reflection of biodiversity and vitality, capturing natural elements in various stages of life. During ...
Category

2010s Contemporary Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Wire

Four Three Two One, 21st Century Contemporary Surrealist Ceramic Sculpture
Located in Beachwood, OH
Kristen Newell (American, b. 1989) Four Three Two One, 2015 Stoneware, porcelain and acrylic Signed and dated on bottom 16 x 15 x 14 inches Kristen Newell was born in a small town on the coast of Massachusetts, where from a very early age, she demonstrated a strong propensity for the arts. Important additional inspiration came from her family and from the family of a childhood friend, where Kristen found herself surrounded by the work of Paul Manship, her friend’s grandfather and one of America’s greatest sculptors. With increased focus on her art, along with winning numerous awards throughout high school, Newell eagerly enrolled in the arts program at University of Vermont and augmented her studies with a valuable year at the Cleveland Institute of Art. Upon graduation, Newell moved back to Cleveland to begin her art career and started participating in group shows, including River Gallery and the Ohio State...
Category

2010s Contemporary Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Porcelain, Stoneware, Acrylic

"Queen Ellsworth, " Abstract Porcelain Sculpture
Located in Westport, CT
This porcelain vessel sculpture by Jon Puzzuoli is made with glazed porcelain and 14K gold luster. The round body is a light blue color with white crystals formed along the surface. ...
Category

2010s Abstract Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Porcelain, Glaze, Luster

Untitled teapot by Suzuki Goro
Located in Morton Grove, IL
Rare teapot by Suzuki Goro stoneware and glaze 11" tall is the teapot size. Comes with a signed box Teapot is signed on the bottom by the artist. Date unkn...
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Stoneware, Glaze

Husk 1, Abstract ceramic sculpture, red and yellow
By Rachelle Krieger
Located in New York, NY
Artist Statement by Rachelle Krieger: These new ceramic sculptural works are a reflection of biodiversity and vitality, capturing natural elements in various stages of life. During ...
Category

2010s Contemporary Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Wire

O.D. 1 by Brian Bosworth, Ceramic, Underglazes, Lava Glaze
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This 5.5" x 8.5" ceramic wall sculpture was created by Brian Bosworth. This is a contemporary piece that demonstrates sophisticated glazing techniques and compositional balance. The ...
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Ceramic, Underglaze

Not the Priceless Historical Ceramic Jar! (Funny, Witty, Installation, ~40% OFF)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Allyson George Not the Priceless Historical Ceramic Jar! (Funny, Witty, Installation) Porcelain, glaze, stoneware, enamel spray paint, epoxy Year: 2025 Size Large Sitting Cup: 20 x 1...
Category

2010s Contemporary Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Enamel

untitled sculpture by Richard DeVore
By Richard DeVore
Located in Morton Grove, IL
Untitled Vessel (INV# NP3503) Richard DeVore stoneware and glaze 3.25 x 5.75 x 6” date unknown mid century modern Provenance- "ACCUMULATIONS: NOW" at the LongHouse Reserve Richard ...
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Stoneware, Glaze

Cup with Interior II (Hand-Painted, Gold Luster, Stereo, Couch, Flowers, Modern)
By Melanie Sherman
Located in Kansas City, MO
Melanie Sherman Cup with Interior II (Hand-Painted, Gold Luster, Stereo, Chair, Flowers) Porcelaneous Stoneware, Underglaze, Glaze, Porcelain Paint, Hand-made Vintage Decals, Gold Lu...
Category

2010s Modern Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Luster, Stoneware, Paint, Glaze, Underglaze

Deserted Western
Located in Bozeman, MT
Albrecht was half way through his MFA program (ceramics) at the University of Iowa when he was deployed to Iraq (03-04 medic/security work). His work explores the collision of war m...
Category

2010s Contemporary Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Clay, Stoneware, Glaze

Deserted Western
$375
H 10 in W 6 in D 6 in
Brambles 4, Abstract ceramic sculpture, brown
By Rachelle Krieger
Located in New York, NY
Artist Statement by Rachelle Krieger: These new ceramic sculptural works are a reflection of biodiversity and vitality, capturing natural elements in various stages of life. During ...
Category

2010s Contemporary Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Wire

Brambles 4, Abstract ceramic sculpture, brown
Brambles 4, Abstract ceramic sculpture, brown
$1,400 Sale Price
20% Off
H 9 in W 11 in D 10 in
Modern Totem &#1
By Marc Zimmerman
Located in Carmel, CA
Mid fire ceramic totem designed for an interior desktop. The style is mid-century modern with line and color shapes. Featured colors are white ,blue ,pumpkin and purple. The base is ...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Totem &#1
Modern Totem &#1
$1,440 Sale Price
20% Off
H 28 in W 9 in D 2.5 in
Previously Available Items
Hare Basket by Ken Ferguson (INV# NP3533)
By Ken Ferguson
Located in Morton Grove, IL
Ken Ferguson Hare Basket Black Stoneware and Glaze 13.5 x 15.5 x 15" 1984 Provenance - Acquired directly from the artist's studio *Slight black putty made restoration to handle by t...
Category

1980s Contemporary Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Stoneware, Glaze

Lidded Jar
By Ken Ferguson
Located in Kansas City, MO
Ken Ferguson Lidded Jar Porcelain, Glaze Year: Unknown Size: 9 x 8.5 x 8.5 Inches Stamped COA provided Kenneth Richard Ferguson was born in 1928 in Elwoo...
Category

1970s American Modern Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Glaze, Porcelain

Lidded Jar
Lidded Jar
H 9 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in
Medium Size Bowl with Nude (Archie Bray Foundation, Kansas City Art Institute)
By Ken Ferguson
Located in Kansas City, MO
Ken Ferguson Medium Size Bowl with Nude Wheel-thrown, salt-glazed stoneware Year: Unknown Size: 5 x 11 x 11 Inches Signed/Stamped COA provided Kenneth Richard Ferguson was born in 1928 in Elwood, Indiana. He received a Bachedlor of Fine Arts degree in painting from the Carnegie Institute of Technology in 1952, and an Masters of Fine Arts degree in ceramics from New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University in 1958. From 1958 to 1964, he managed the Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts in Helena, Montana. From 1964 to 1996, Ferguson was Head of the Ceramics Department at the Kansas City Art Institute...
Category

1970s American Modern Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Stoneware, Glaze

Large Bowl with Nude (Kansas City Art Institute, Archie Bray Foundation, KCAI)
By Ken Ferguson
Located in Kansas City, MO
Ken Ferguson Large Bowl with Nude Wheel-thrown, salt-glazed stoneware Year: Unknown Size: 17.75 x 3 inches Signed/Stamped COA provided Kenneth Richard Ferguson was born in 1928 in Elwood, Indiana. He received a Bachedlor of Fine Arts degree in painting from the Carnegie Institute of Technology in 1952, and an Masters of Fine Arts degree in ceramics from New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University in 1958. From 1958 to 1964, he managed the Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts in Helena, Montana. From 1964 to 1996, Ferguson was Head of the Ceramics Department at the Kansas City Art Institute...
Category

1970s American Modern Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Stoneware, Glaze

Rare Leaping Hare Platter
By Ken Ferguson
Located in Morton Grove, IL
black clay, underglaze, and glaze
Category

1990s Contemporary Ken Ferguson Art

Materials

Clay, Glaze, Underglaze

Ken Ferguson art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Ken Ferguson art available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Ken Ferguson in ceramic, glaze, stoneware and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Ken Ferguson art, so small editions measuring 13 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Jean Richardson, Jose Zacarias, and Mayme Kratz. Ken Ferguson art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,499 and tops out at $6,500, while the average work can sell for $6,000.

Artists Similar to Ken Ferguson

Recently Viewed

View All