Peter Voulkos
Peter Voulkos | |
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Peter Voulkos works on a stack, 1996 | |
| Born | Panagiotis Voulkos January 29, 1924 Bozeman, Montana, US |
| Died | February 16, 2002 (aged 78) |
| Nationality | American |
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| Known for | Ceramic art, Sculpture |
| Movement | Abstract expressionist |
Peter Voulkos (born Panagiotis Harry Voulkos; 29 January 1924 – 16 February 2002) was an American artist of Greek descent. He is known for his abstract expressionist ceramic sculptures, which crossed the traditional divide between ceramic crafts and fine art. He established the ceramics department at the Los Angeles County Art Institute and at UC Berkeley.