This striking Melon Pitcher showcases the distinctive beauty of Ben Owen III's Patina Green glaze—a sophisticated blend of copper tones and natural wood-firing ash that evokes weathered copper or moss-covered stone. The form's generous curves provide the perfect canvas for the glaze's artistic depth, while delicate micro-crystals formed during the kiln's slow cooling add captivating surface texture. A functional piece that doubles as sculptural art, this 11.5" pitcher brings organic elegance and handcrafted character to any space. Dishwasher- and microwave-safe. Measuring 7.25”w x 11.5"h.
Please Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.
Patina Green
The Patina Green Glaze was first developed by Ben III, in the early 1990s while in college at East Carolina, as a glossy forest green made from the pigment copper. When testing the glaze in the wood kilns back home at the family pottery, the results were strikingly different with many variations of color and surface. If fired in the wood kiln with no salt added to the firing, the color will be a darker green with small crystals on the surface. If finished in a wood and salt firing, the salt will brighten the color and create more blue-green hues with random small crystals on the surface.
This piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (2025).