A unique bowl with a great blend of turquoise-blue, copper-red and metallic-grey finish. The color variations are due to the introduction of carbon into the kiln chamber atmosphere. The carbon is absorbed into the glaze and clay, creating a unique color change all along the surface of the bowl.
This bowl shape is influenced by Ben III’s time in Japan during the 1990s. Measuring 10”dia x 4.75”h.
Please Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.
Chinese Blue Glaze
The Chinese Blue Glaze is sought by collectors because of the variety of hues and variations of finish from each firing. No two pieces develop exactly alike. Each result is one-of-a-kind.
Although many of the forms are similar to Chinese Red pieces, there are some shapes made specifically for this glaze.
The color is achieved from several mixtures of copper in a glaze and fired to 2250°F. This glaze was first developed at Jugtown Pottery in the 1930s. After Jacques Busbee’s death, his wife Juliana requested that the glaze no longer be produced. From different accounts and research, the recipe for the glaze was lost. This glaze influenced Ben Owen Sr. when he established his own studio. After many attempts to re-create the glaze, he developed a similar recipe that was then handed down through the generations and Ben Owen III continues with his version of the glaze.
This piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with year made (1999), and, is part of our "Pots From the Past" release. A unique treasure to enjoy every day!