Introduce understated luxury to your home with this masterfully crafted bowl by Ben Owen III. Measuring 8 inches in diameter, it features meticulously carved beveling and a refined dogwood white glaze that enhances any interior. This versatile piece serves equally well as a functional serving vessel or an elegant decorative accent, whether showcasing culinary creations or fresh arrangements. Built for longevity, it withstands dishwasher and microwave use without compromising its beauty. A testament to generations of pottery craftsmanship, this bowl transforms everyday moments into expressions of refined taste and timeless sophistication. Measuring 8”dia x 4.5”h.
Please Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.
Dogwood White
During the 1920s, Ben’s grandfather, Ben Owen Sr., was a potter at Jugtown Pottery. While there, Jacque Busbee did extensive research to create many of the colors for the pottery. The Dogwood White glaze was inspired by Chinese and Japanese white finishes for pottery with a thick coating that resembles icing on a cake. In 1928, the Busbees of Jugtown entered a vase, made by Ben Owen, in the Dogwood festival with this white glaze. The vase was awarded best in the show and from that time forward, the vase was called the Dogwood Vase and the glaze named Dogwood White. This glaze works well for weddings and flower displays.
This piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (2025).