Warren Mackenzie (American, 1924-2018). Large studio pottery fluted vase. Stoneware with speckled cream glaze. The original price tag from the artist is adhered to the side of the vase. Four small felt pads are adhered along the bottom. Warren MacKenzie was a renowned Minnesota studio potter. A student of Bernard Leach and Shoji Hamada, he is credited with bringing the functional Mingei tradition to the United States, and spreading it through his own art and mentorship of students during his long tenure at the University of Minnesota. Height: 11 1/2 in x diameter: 9 in.