Charles Bronfman’s Claridge Collection Auction: Part V: Decorative Arts

April 21, 2015

LOT 142

Lot 142

JOHN BORROWMAN

JOHN BORROWMAN
Lot 142 Details
JOHN BORROWMAN

PLANTER

clay
height 8.75" — 22.2 cm., diameter 7.25" — 18.4 cm.
incised signature

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $216
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Purchased directly from the artist

Note:



JOHN BORROWMAN

John Borrowman studied ceramics at Wilton Pottery and apprenticed under Robin Hopper at Georgian College. He moved to Alberta in 1975 where he shared workspace with Tony Bloom at Stonecrop Studios for several years. In 1980, Borrowman relocated to Sorrento, British Columbia, where he opened Notch Hill Pottery Studio until 1985, when he returned to Canmore, Alberta. In 1991, he established a new studio called of Cabbages & Kings, which he now runs with his daughter Katie. He has also been involved in the political scene of Canmore, where he has been mayor since 2012.
Selected Corporate, Private and Public Collections

Claridge Collection, Montreal, QC

Selected Links

ofcabbagesandkings.ca
John Borrowman video

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 142
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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