Allan Rosenbaum, Thinking Chair, 1998, earthenware, stain, ceramic glaze.

“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

Allan Rosenbaum
Thinking Chair, 1998, earthenware, stain, ceramic glaze.

“ For me, the ultimate challenge is to create art that addresses conflicting thoughts or emotions at the same time. Can a work of art be humorous and serious at the same time?” --Allan Rosenbaum