Natalia Engelhardt

Overview
Natalia Engelhardt's artistic practice is characterized by a movement-oriented approach to hand building ceramics. In a world of extremes, her work investigates the profound beauty in subtlety. A barely there dimple, a gentle slope, or a meandering curve become the components of a quiet rhythm she renders in clay. Natalia's restraint and gestural exploration of form results in works that communicate a sense of quietude. Her glazes are subtle, but rich in nuance and texture.

Central to Natalia Engelhardt's work is her process which is defined by improvisation and spontaneity. She begins the process without precise expectations of what a piece will eventually look like. She strives to balance meticulous craftsmanship with an embracement of the surprising and often uncontrollable aspects of working with clay. 
Works
  • Ceramic Lamp n. 372
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Ceramic Lamp n. 372
    Base: W 7 1/2" x H 12 1/2"
    Shade: Dia 8" x H 11"
  • Lamp n. 540
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Lamp n. 540
    Ceramic Base: L 10" x D 6 1/2" x H 12 1/2"
    Overall Height (w/ shade): 28 1/2"
  • Lamp n. 541
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Lamp n. 541
    Ceramic Base: L 8" x W 4 1/2" x H 8"
    Overall Height (w/ shade): 16"
  • Lamp n. 544
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Lamp n. 544
    Ceramic base: 6 1/2" L x 11" W x 14 1/2" H
  • Lamp n. 545
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Lamp n. 545
    Ceramic Base: L 9" x W 5 1/2" x H 12"
    Overall Height (w/ shade): 23"
  • Lamp n. 547
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Lamp n. 547
    Ceramic base: 6" L x 9 1/2" W x 12 1/2" H
  • Lamp n. 553
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Lamp n. 553
    Ceramic Base: L 9 1/2" x W 5" x H 8 1/2"
    Overall Height (w/ shade): 17 1/2"
  • Mirror n. 564
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Mirror n. 564
    Dia 15"
  • Mirror n. 567
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Mirror n. 567
    Dia 16"
  • Mirror n. 576
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Mirror n. 576
    W 17" x H 18"
  • Side Table n. 456
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Side Table n. 456
    L 12" x W 11" x H 15"
  • Side Table n. 480
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Side Table n. 480
    W 15 1/2" x H 16"
  • Side table n. 487
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Side table n. 487
    Dia 15" x H 12 1/2"
  • Side table n. 494
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Side table n. 494
    Dia 17" x H 13"
  • Side Table n. 506
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Side Table n. 506
    L 15" x W 14" x H 18"
  • Side Table n. 508
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Side Table n. 508
    L 16 1/2" x W 15 1/2" x H 18"
  • Side Table n. 510
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Side Table n. 510
    L 19" x W 17" x H 19"
  • Side Table n. 517
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Side Table n. 517
    Dia 16" x H 14 1/2"
  • Side Table n. 569
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Side Table n. 569
    L 19" x W 16" x H 19"
  • Side Table n. 570
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Side Table n. 570
    Dia 16" x H 17"
  • Side Table n. 571
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Side Table n. 571
    Dia 17 1/2" x H 18 1/2"
  • Side Table n. 572
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Side Table n. 572
    L 19" x W 18" x H 18 1/2"
  • Vessel n. 448
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Vessel n. 448
    W 13" x H 16"
  • Vessel n. 453
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Vessel n. 453
    W 11" x H 16"
  • Vessel n. 515
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Vessel n. 515
    L 16" x W 15" x H 10"
  • Vessel n. 520
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Vessel n. 520
    Dia 10" x H 13 1/2"
  • Vessel n. 526
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Vessel n. 526
    L 10" x W 9" x H 13"
  • Vessel n. 527
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Vessel n. 527
    Dia 12" x H 14 1/2"
  • Vessel n. 528
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Vessel n. 528
    L 14" x W 11" x H 16"
  • Vessel n. 529
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Vessel n. 529
    Dia 9" x H 11"
  • Vessel n. 530
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Vessel n. 530
    Dia 9" x H 11"
  • Vessel n. 531
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Vessel n. 531
    L 12" x W 13" x H 18"
  • Vessel n. 533
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Vessel n. 533
    L 11" x W 11" x H 12"
  • Vessel n. 534
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Vessel n. 534
    L 13" x W 12" x H 12"
  • Vessel n. 539
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Vessel n. 539
    L 11" x W 11" x H 17"
  • Vessel n. 557
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Vessel n. 557
    Dia 9" x H 9"
  • Vessel n. 558
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Vessel n. 558
    L 10" x W 9" x H 9"
  • Wall Piece n. 573
    Natalia Engelhardt
    Wall Piece n. 573
    L 13" x W 11 1/2" x D 2"