Egg Vase in Mottled Chinese Blue, ~7"h (Pots From The Past) Pitchers Ben III presses his fingers

Ben III presses his fingers into the clay to create the large dimples

is one of the most popular forms that Ben Owen III enjoys creating

The teapot must be tempered prior to use to allow the clay particles to warm and expand before exposure to boiling water

Unusual micro-crystals forming on the surface of the piece are directly due to the slow-cooling of the kiln in the presence of the natural minerals in the clay and wood ash that collects along the clay surface

5”w x 16”h

Egg Vase in Mottled Chinese Blue, ~7"h (Pots From The Past) Pitchers Ben III presses his fingersA classic egg shaped vase that has been made for three generations of Bens family with a unique finish of Chinese Blue. This form is heavily influenced by the Mei Peng style of vases that were made early in Chinese clay culture. This Chinese Blue copper glaze is a blend of materials that will react to the smoke and flame from the firing process. A one of a kind piece! No two pieces develop the color pattern in the same way. Measuring 4. 5w x 7h.