Designer/Maker:
Barney Reid – took his masters thesis in lithography at the
State University of Iowa. Reid moved to San Diego about 1950, after
teaching at ASU from 1946-49, and went into business selling screen-printed
fabrics. Renowned for his enamel work, he was a consummate craftsman,
and worked in metal, clay, wood, marble and other media. A member
of the Allied Craftsmen and the San Diego Art Guild, Reid was employed
as a graphic designer by the U. S. Navy. From the late 70’s
until his demise, he worked in printmaking almost exclusively.
Description:
A small but scarce earthenware tile or mini-plaque with
brilliant low-fire glaze. The linear motif is a great example of Reid’s
early geometric style which appears frequently in his work. Used as
decoration for many of his pots from the 1940s and 50s, various patterns
of interlocking lines appear repeatedly in his painting and printed
fabrics. This small piece is powerful in its combination of vibrant
blue glaze and graphic flair. Signed.
