2020-20 Elegant polychrome Sikyatki Revival jar
I was lucky enough to notice Jake’s work early and began buying his pottery when it was available. Born in 1970, he began making pottery when he was about 20. Two pots, 1995-14, made in January 1992, and 1994-11, made in 1994, were made when he was 22 and 24...
2016-06 Polychrome jar with monochromatic birds
Understanding how this enchanting jar attracts the viewer’s eye gives considerable insight into the talent of its maker and reinforces the loss I feel at his stupid death at age 41. On this small vessel, Jake has organized themes of chaos, elegance and serenity. The...
2013-08 Tall Polik’Mana Vase
There are eight other Jake Koopee pots in this collection and they span much of his short 21-year career. Two (1994-11 and 1995-14) are fairly traditional and indicate his exceptional early promise. Three (2008-04a, b, & c) are odd little plainware pieces done to...
