Van Briggle: A Name Commonplace in Colorado, but also recognized worldwide for the paintings and pottery created by Artus Van Briggle
By Kathy Honea Artus Van Briggle traveled to Colorado Springs in March 1899, in search of a cure for his tuberculosis. He was an accomplished artist, and had worked at Rookwood Pottery since he was eighteen years of age. In recognition of his talent, Rookwood Pottery had sent him abroad to study for two years. While there, Artus became acquainted […]


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