“Making History,” which showcases the work of ceramics students taught by Margaret Bohls, will be on display from Nov. 9-20 at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Eisentrager•Howard Gallery.
The gallery is located in the center of the first floor of Richards Hall. Admission to the gallery is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are 12:30-4:30 p.m. weekdays or by appointment for groups larger than 10.
The class, composed of undergraduate and graduate students in the School of Art, Art History and Design, studied the history of ceramic art by not only researching, but also recreating historical ceramic objects.
The goal for this exhibition is to create a physical space in which one can explore the relationships that emerge between ceramic objects across time periods and cultures, from the 6th millennium BCE up to the mid-20th century. It includes objects made in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa and the Americas.
In contemplating these objects — their forms and surfaces, symbology, construction techniques and intended uses — Bohls said the students are conversing with the history of human beings: their daily lives, beliefs, customs and sacred ceremonies.
The participating students include:
Allison Achtenhagen, undergraduate
Allison Arkush, graduate
Rayetta Benson-Redinbaugh, undergraduate
Andrew Bissonnette, graduate
Katie Bosley, graduate
Tyra Carstens, undergraduate
Dehmie Dehmlow, graduate
Max Henderson, graduate
Grace Orwen, undergraduate
Hannah Petri, undergraduate
Taylor Sijan, graduate
Amythest Warrington, graduate
Until further notice, all students, faculty, staff and campus visitors are required to comply with current federal, state and local safety guidelines (social distancing and facial coverings) in response to COVID-19. Details, exclusions and updates can be found via the City of Lincoln, and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s websites.
For more information on the exhibition or to set up an appointment, please email Eisentrager•Howard Gallery or call the School of Art, Art History and Design at 402-472-5522.
