Bob Steiner, is a renowned New Zealand ceramic artist, (New Zealand Pottery) based in Auckland, New Zealand.
For more than five decades, Bob Steiner has created ceramics known for originality, quality and enduring style. His work has been collected in homes, gifted across generations and used in leading hospitality settings.
Coming from a background in the handcrafted pottery tradition of New Zealand Bob offers handmade sculptural ceramic tiles that capture the essence of Aotearoa’s fauna and flora (plant and wildlife in New Zealand).
Bob Steiner also creates tableware – Hospitality crockery
If you are looking for handmade ceramics in New Zealand, ceramic wall art, artisan pottery, sculptural gifts or distinctive Auckland-made ceramics, Steiner Ceramics offers original work crafted with care and experience.
Browse handmade New Zealand ceramics created with skill, imagination and authenticity.
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Bold three dimensional patterned wall art in sumptuous colours that enhance the architecture interior and outdoor living spaces. Each piece is created at his boutique studio, with showroom, (employing a small team of dedicated helpers) in Auckland, New Zealand. His work has sold nationally and internationally.
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Bob Steiner
Bob Steiner, designer/artist has over 30 years experience in traditional forms of sculpturally designed pottery and slip casting production. Creating original one off pieces and pieces for small scale and limited edition production runs.
We are people with a passion. Using our combined knowledge and skills, Bob is supported by a committed team:
Bob Steiner History
Ana, who is also Bob’s daughter, helps manage the business.
Lyn is employed as a caster and fettler and helps ensure the smooth production of clay and bisqueware. She has worked for other pottery/ ceramic companies and is a valued member of the production team.
Reg is a key specialist who contributes to Bob’s work. He is the glazing specialist. For many years Reg has worked as a potter for Steiner and other potteries in New Zealand. In the past he was also a boat builder and cabinet maker.