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Artist and designer, Jelena Antolčić (1934-2010) was renowned for her two-toned pattern graphic designs that were prominently featured on ceramic ware produced by Jugokeramika in the 1960s and 1970s. Her designs often featured folklore and op-art motifs, and adorned the refined organic forms of porcelain hospitality sets during the period (trays, vases, bowls, etc). Formally, her work also tested the possibilities of surface treatment, with the use of specialty glazes to achieve greater contrast between shades of black and white. Antolčić studied at the School of Applied Arts in the class of Stella Skopal and Blanka Dužanec.

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Her work has been recognized in several national and international exhibitions such as 27th International Exhibition of Ceramic in Italy (1969). Antolčić studied at the School of Applied Arts in the class of Stella Skopal and Blanka Dužanec. Her work has been recognized in several national and international exhibitions such as 27th International Exhibition of Ceramic in Italy (1969).

China Plate, Jugokeramia Factory, 1968. Museum of Arts and Crafts.

China Cup, Jugokeramia Factory, 1968. Museum of Arts and Crafts.

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“In the case of a large production factory like Jugokeramika, works that were made and designed by the author were produced in a large series found in many households. They act as symbols of hospitality in Yugoslavia and can still be found today throughout hotels along the Adriatic coast.” From the exhibition Porcelain Shine of Socialism: Porcelain Design Jugokeramika from 1953 to 1991 – Museum of Arts and Crafts, Zagreb – 2010.

Jelena Antolčić at work.

Source: Oaza, Dizajnerice