Genie Bottle in Cobalt and Ash Glazes, 9.5"h (Ben Owen III) Dinnerware Ben’s grandfather

Ben’s grandfather

Measuring 10"l x 8"w x 8"h

Examples of blues like this have inspired Ben III from Middle Eastern pottery and the semi-precious stone

Copper Penny

Between 2005 and 2008

Genie Bottle in Cobalt and Ash Glazes, 9.5"h (Ben Owen III) Dinnerware Ben’s grandfatherBottles are traditional forms that were originally created for the strict purpose of containment. Today, bottle forms are appreciated for their delicate decorative shapes which contrast their organic, primal feel. This Genie Bottle is a classic form made by Ben Owen III. Influenced by early Asian forms made during the Tang Dynasty and gourd shapes from nature. The cobalt pigments blended with the naturally formed Salt and Ash Glaze create a completely