Franz Richter Small Haug-Folk #5 Silver Foot Dated 2003 Gene was able to use

Gene was able to use the subtle forms of Norwegian wood bools in his wheel thrown porcelain

Lucy does the calligraphy with the beloved verse from Songs of Solomon: "Many waters cannot quench love

- 3 1/4" tall at the head

but Gene turned these on his potter's wheel

Made in collaboration with Abigail Spence

Franz Richter Small Haug-Folk #5 Silver Foot Dated 2003 Gene was able to useMade by Franz Richter, these clay sculptures were inspired by the folktales of Haug Folk, or Hill Folk, in Norway. Haug Folk were tiny, invisible people believed to live inside of hills during the summer and empty farm houses during winter. When the farmers return to their houses in spring they would have to ask permission from the Haug Folk to enter the house. The figures were handmade and each one is unique. This one stands at about 2" tall and is