{"title":"Decorative","description":"A collection of decorative vessels in signature shapes and colors.","products":[{"product_id":"edo-jar-with-carved-lines-in-copper-penny-12h","title":"Edo Jar with Combed Surface in Copper Penny \u0026 Ash, 11.25\"h (Ben Owen III)","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e  \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe Edo Jar is a form by Ben Owen III that is heavily influenced from his time spent in Japan studying the Edo period in Japanese culture.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003eThe Copper Penny glaze accentuates the simplicity of form while allowing the decorative carved water lines to display clearly.  Aesthetically pleasing, this simple yet sophisticated form is the perfect vase for fresh or dried flowers.  A beautiful addition to a grouping.  Measuring 7.25”w x 11.25\"h.\u003cbr\u003ePlease Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCopper Penny\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  Copper Penny Glaze is influenced by the amount of iron in the clay as well as the formula of the glaze.  The range of color is dependent on the atmosphere of the firing in the kiln.  During the early stages of a firing, at 1600° F, we purposely control the furnace to burn inefficiently creating carbon inside the kiln.  The reaction of carbon, over a period of several hours, with the iron in the clay will create warm tones in the glaze and iridescent or opalescent qualities to the surface.  The presence of wood ash coming in contact with the glaze accentuates the glaze with flashes of apple green and yellow tones to deeper brown shades on areas of the pot.  The name copper penny was chosen after many customers, over the years, commented that it looked like the surface of a penny.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eThis piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (2026).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32173080084535,"sku":"Ben Owen III","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/files\/IMG_3735_15b48f93-44ef-4e9b-a25a-c981a28dd052.jpg?v=1776194198"},{"product_id":"melon-egg-vase-in-copper-penny-ash-glazes-5-5h","title":"Melon Egg Vase in Copper Penny \u0026 Ash Glazes, 5.5\"h (Ben Owen III)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e   Ben Owen III often gathers design ideas from the natural environment around him.  This Melon Egg Vase reflects that organic influence.  The vase is thrown on the potter's wheel and then altered into a melon-like shape to create a unique design.\u003cbr\u003e   Serendipitously, the wood ash floats upward before falling onto the clay during the kiln firing. This creates a completely individualistic piece.  A unique texture is created when the piece is fired in the wood kiln over multiple days due to a thick ash accumulation from the natural wood-burning process.  This Natural Ash glaze is complemented by Ben Owen III’s Copper Penny glaze.  The Copper Penny glaze is applied to the surface of the piece prior to being placed inside the wood kiln.  Unusual micro-crystals formed on the surface of the piece from the natural mineral in the clay interacting with the natural ash accumulation from the wood used to fire the kiln.  \u003cbr\u003e   This Melon Egg vase is functional for fresh floral arrangements.  We hope that you enjoy your handmade, one-of-a-kind wood-fired microcrystalline vase!  Measuring 6”w x 8.5”h. \u003cbr\u003ePlease Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Ash Glaze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   The Natural Ash Glaze is 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creating carbon inside the kiln.  The reaction of carbon, over a period of several hours, with the iron in the clay will create warm tones in the glaze and iridescent or opalescent qualities to the surface.  The presence of wood ash coming in contact with the glaze accentuates the glaze with flashes of apple green and yellow tones to deeper brown shades on areas of the pot.  The name copper penny was chosen after many customers, over the years, commented that it looked like the surface of a penny.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (2021).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32277645295671,"sku":"Ben Owen III","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/products\/IMG_6359.jpg?v=1599330248"},{"product_id":"gourd-vase-in-patina-green-10h","title":"Gourd Vase in Patina Green, 10.25\"h (Ben Owen 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Ben Owen III methodically manipulated various glaze materials for the potential to create unique surfaces and patterns that are reflective of natural scenery in our world's environment.  Some outcomes resemble lichen on stone, lily pads floating along a lake or pond, and even blue jellyfish floating in deep ocean waters.\u003cbr\u003e   To achieve this rare find, the kiln temperature is meticulously controlled as it rises AND as it falls, to encourage crystalline growth at specific temperatures. The glaze is applied by carefully airbrushing multiple layers of complementary glazes.  The presence of titanium- and zinc-rich ingredients promote crystal development, while the pigment cobalt tints the crystals and background blue.  We hope you enjoy this one-of-a-kind glaze!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (2020).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32400477454391,"sku":"Ben Owen III","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/products\/IMG_8903.jpg?v=1606339379"},{"product_id":"melon-egg-vase-in-blue-crystalline-6h","title":"Melon Egg Vase in Cobalt Crystalline, 6\"h (Ben Owen III)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e   This form is heavily influenced by the Mei Peng style vases made early in Chinese clay culture and has been made for three generations of Ben’s family.  With a modest approach to form that allows the glaze surface to receive the focus of attention, the Egg Vase is one of the most popular forms that Ben enjoys creating.  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAltered on the potter's wheel during the wet stage to allow movement in the clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e    A beautiful accent to any home or office, this Egg Vase is functional for fresh or dried floral arrangements.  Measuring 4”w x 6”h. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Please Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   The Cobalt Crystalline Glaze series was carefully developed by Ben Owen III over several years.  Various glaze materials with the potential to create unique surfaces and patterns were methodically manipulated during test series after test series until crystal formation became somewhat replicable.  Many of these crystal formations have been viewed as a comparison of various natural occurrences in the Earth’s environment.  Some resemble lichen on stone, lily pads floating along a lake or pond, moss on a tree trunk, and even blue jellyfish floating in deep ocean waters.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e    To achieve this rare find, the kiln temperature is meticulously controlled as it rises AND as it falls, to encourage crystalline growth at specific temperatures.  The glaze is applied by carefully airbrushing multiple layers of complementary glazes.  The presence of titanium- and zinc-rich ingredients promotes crystal development, while the pigment cobalt tints the crystals blue and the pigment iron tints the background.  We hope you enjoy this one-of-a-kind glaze!\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (2021).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32402602786871,"sku":"Ben Owen III","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/products\/IMG_8997.jpg?v=1606500156"},{"product_id":"gourd-vase-in-midnight-blue-crystalline-6h","title":"Gourd Vase in Midnight Blue Crystalline, 5.75\"h (Ben Owen III)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e   This Gourd Vase shape is influenced by nature while the artistic glaze covering it is inspired by modern developments in glaze crystal formation.  The curvature of the vase provides a lovely accent for crystal growth. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e    Mesmerizing, the lighter blue hues of cobalt crystals appear to float over the rich deep blue background as though they are moon jellies in the deep ocean.  This vase is sure to become a conversation piece in the home or office.  Measuring 4”w x 5.75\"h. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Please Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e   The Midnight Blue Crystalline Glaze series was carefully developed over several years. 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This creates a completely individualistic piece.  A unique texture is created when the piece is fired in the wood kiln over multiple days due to a thick ash accumulation from the natural wood-burning process.  This Natural Ash glaze is complimented by Ben Owen III’s Copper Penny glaze.  The Copper Penny glaze is applied to the surface of the piece prior to being placed inside the wood kiln.  Unusual micro-crystals formed on the surface of the piece from the natural mineral in the clay interacting with the natural ash accumulation from the wood used to fire the kiln.  \u003cbr\u003e   We hope that you enjoy your handmade, one-of-a-kind wood-fired microcrystalline vase!  Measuring 6.25”w x 12”h. \u003cbr\u003ePlease Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Ash\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   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 occasionally stirred in the firebox to give flight to the flakes of ash 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   The Copper Penny Glaze is influenced by the amount of iron in the clay as well as the formula of the glaze.  The range of color is dependent on the atmosphere of the firing in the kiln.  During the early stages of firing, at 1600° F, we purposely control the furnace to burn inefficiently creating carbon inside the kiln.  The reaction of carbon, over a period of several hours, with the iron in the clay will create warm tones in the glaze and iridescent or opalescent qualities to the surface.  The presence of wood ash coming in contact with the glaze accentuates the glaze with flashes of apple green and yellow tones to deeper brown shades on areas of the pot.  The name copper penny was chosen after many customers, over the years, commented that it looked like the surface of a penny.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (2022).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40025009356855,"sku":"Ben Owen III","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/products\/IMG_7933_jpg.jpg?v=1668963001"},{"product_id":"edo-jar-with-combed-surface-in-copper-penny-and-ash-glazes-11-75h-ben-owen-iii","title":"Combed Edo Jar in Copper Penny and Ash Glazes, 9.5\"h (Ben Owen III)","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e  Edo Jars are a form from Ben Owen III that is heavily influenced by his time spent in Japan studying the Edo period in Japanese culture.  The Copper Penny glaze accentuates the simplicity of form while allowing the decorative carved water lines to display clearly.  This glaze is a blend of iron, mica enriched clay, and the natural ash accumulation from the wood firing process.  Unusual micro-crystals forming on the surface of the piece are directly due to the slow-cooling of the kiln in the presence of the natural minerals in the clay and wood ash that collects along the clay surface. 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