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“The real poet studies the world as it is: lovely, terrible, sensible, grotesque; and would ask for no other in its place. Humor is the final sign and seal of seriousness for it is a proof that reality is held in honor and in love.”   -- Mark van Doren

 

Toby Buonagurio
Hungry for Love Party shoes (detail) 1993, ceramic, glazes, lusters, acrylic, flocking, glitter, rhinestones.

“ Dime store and flea market detritus, mass media clich’s, hot rods, absurd fashion, science fiction and cultural stereotypes serve as inspiration for my ceramic combines. My work is serious in intent, but there’s always an underlying message couched in the humorous appearance.”
--Toby Buonagurio

 

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