Klytie Pate b. 20 October 1912

Also known as Klytie Sclater, Klytie Slater, Clytie Slater
  • Artist (Printmaker),
  • Artist (Sculptor)
A potter and printmaker who was encouraged by her aunt, Christian Waller and uncle, Napier Waller, to pursue a career in art. In 1947, Pate, together with Alan Lowe, became the first ceramicists to have their studio pottery purchased by the National Gallery of Victoria. Her distinctive style led her to become one of Australia's most significant studio potters.
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Name
Klytie Pate
Also known as:
  • Klytie Sclater
  • Klytie Slater
  • Clytie Slater (Her aunt suggested the change of spelling when she was 18)
Gender
Female
Roles
  • Artist (Printmaker)
  • Artist (Sculptor)
Other Occupation
  • potter (ANZSIC code: 9002) -
  • Teacher (ANZSIC code: 8102) -
Birth date
20 October 1912
Birth place
Melbourne, VIC
Death date
10 June 2010
Active Period
  • c.1931 - c.1990
Residence
  • c.1912 - c.2010 Melbourne, VIC
Training
  • c.1931 Melbourne Technical College, Melbourne, VIC
  • c.1931 National Gallery School, Melbourne, VIC
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • Heritage: The National Women's Art Book

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Residences
  • c.1912 - c.2010 Melbourne, VIC
  • c.1912 - c.2006 Melbourne, VIC
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