New York, New York
1930 - 2013Charles Randolph Pollock of New York, NY, died on Tuesday (August 20, 2013) of smoke inhalation in an accidental fire at his studio in Queens, where he worked and lived when working. He was 83. Born on June 20, 1930 in Philladelphia, PA. He graduated 1950 from Cass Technical...
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Having the opportunity to work beside Charles in his last years, I found we were partners "living for design". I created rings from a piece of tubing used for a Knoll 657 chair which we each wore and treasured. He continues to inspire me and will continue to be missed and appreciated by all those who follow.
Constance smith
August 28, 2020 | Coworker
Thank you Uncle Charlie for being such an inspiration and following your passion. Our lives are better because of you. love, Anna L. Lorenzo
September 12, 2013
POLLOCK--Charles. Charlie served his country at the Infantry School, helping us transform "The Infantry School Quarterly," into "Infantry Magazine," quadrupling circulation. Richard Ekstract - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/nytimes/obituary.aspx?n=charles-pollock&pid=166645420#fbLoggedOut
Richard Ekstract
September 12, 2013
A Tribute was held on Sept. 9th at St. Peters.
I submitted the enclosed comments to the Editor, but have no verification that it was received from the New York Times.
Letter to the editor:
After searching the Obits and the Art section, I opened Business Day to the wonderful tribute to designer Charles Pollock – Charles Pollock, 83, Dies: Designed and Office Mainstay.
Since moving Mr. Pollock's materials to 157th apartment and studio in South Jamaica a few years ago, Charles and I have worked closely and furiously...
Constance Smith
September 10, 2013 | West Hempstead, NY
