A classic English-style form. Perfect for any special occasion, particularly when serving warm syrup or chilled creamer for a group breakfast. Dishwasher- and microwave-safe. Measuring 4.75"l x 4”w x 5.25”h
Please Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.
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.
Ben Owen Pottery Apprentice: Silas Bradley
A native North Carolinian, Silas Bradley grew up in Clinton and discovered his passion for clay at a young age. Beginning his first apprenticeship at age 16 in Burgaw, NC, Silas immersed himself in the world of clay. This time exposed him to a wide variety of methods and techniques that sparked the development of Silas’ own voice in clay. Having worked in Texas and Montana making pots, Silas settled back in his home state to work further with the practices and traditions of Seagrove.
Silas is part of a new generation of North Carolina potters, eager to converse with longstanding traditions of craftsmanship while paving the way for new creations; with deep respect for tradition, Silas crafts pieces that evoke history and practice. Creating honest forms that are both familiar and new, Silas attempts to write a further line in the continuing story of North Carolina clay.
Now, as an apprentice at Ben Owen Pottery, Silas crafts a variety of wares for the Ben Owen Pottery Tableware Collection. In addition to crafting work for the Pottery, Silas continues to create his own ware, focusing on stoneware pieces rendered unique through the raw unpredictability of atmospheric firings.
Works are stamped with the Ben Owen Pottery circular stamp and initialed SB.