Altered Bottle in Nebular Purple, 14"h (Ben Owen III) Candlesticks Mesmerizing

Mesmerizing

The Edo Jar is a Ben Owen III form that is heavily influenced by studying ceramic design from the Edo period in Japanese culture

this Gourd Vase fuses modernity with tradition

The Stardust Green Matte Microcrystalline finish includes iron pigments to create a unique effect

Altered Bottle in Nebular Purple, 14"h (Ben Owen III) Candlesticks MesmerizingA bottle design that is influenced by Bens time in Japan and enhanced design by altering the shape into a flask like form. With two small flat boards, Ben alters the shape shortly after making the piece on the wheel and creates the flattened design. The Nebular Purple glaze is a creation from experimenting with cobalt glazes in the wood kiln. The slow cooling of the kiln creates the light purple micro crystals along the surface. Measuring 8. 5"l x 4.