Philp Paul

Biography

Paul Philp (1941- ) is a British ceramicist known for his textured, sculptural vessels that evoke a sense of ancient archaeology. Working primarily with stoneware, he employs layered slips and multiple firings to create surfaces reminiscent of weathered rock or eroded artifacts. His muted palette of whites, greys, and earth tones enhances the organic, timeworn aesthetic of his work. With a career spanning over five decades, Philp has exhibited internationally, gaining recognition for his distinctive approach to ceramics. His pieces, often asymmetrical and subtly fractured, reflect a deep engagement with nature, history, and the passage of time.

?Paul Philp's studio is integrated into his home, a mews house in Bath, United Kingdom, where he has lived since 2010.