The cobalt and iron pigments blended with the naturally-formed Ash Glaze create a completely individualistic finish. The brilliant blue and golden tones accent the beautiful drips along the contour of this jug. The Natural Ash Glaze is produced from a combination of hardwoods and pine burned in the kiln. Measuring 6.5"w x 10.5”h.
Please Note: What appears to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.
Natural Ash
The Natural Ash Glaze is produced by relying on the wood-firing process as the glazing agent. Most pieces dedicated to this glaze are placed in the kiln with little or no glaze applied to the exterior. During the firing process, the wood is stirred occasionally in the firebox to give flight to the flakes of ash that are produced during the firing. When these small flakes become airborne, they cling to the exposed areas of the pots and accumulate over a period of time. As the kiln reaches about 2300 degrees Fahrenheit, the wood ash will liquefy and begin to run down the side of the pots, as if one had poured honey on the vase.
The Tableware Collection
You can find the traditional forms and shapes of Ben Owen Sr. pottery wares in The Tableware Collection at Ben Owen lll Pottery. This line highlights shapes and forms made in a traditional Owen style of the early 1900’s folk pottery of North Carolina as well as influences from Asia.
This traditional collection has been continued by several potters who have worked at Ben Owen Pottery since the 1960’s. The previous line was made by potter Elizabeth McAdams, who worked as a studio assistant and retail manager for Ben Owen Pottery from 2022-2025. The current line is made by potter Silas Bradley, who began work as a studio assistant in August 2025.
This piece is stamped "Ben Owen Pottery" with initials hand-signed "SB".