{"product_id":"combed-two-handled-vase-in-natural-ash-14-75h-ben-owen-iii","title":"Combed Two-Handled Vase in Natural Ash, 14.75\"h (Ben Owen III)","description":"\u003cp\u003e   The natural tones on the surface of this vase are a result of a mix of iron and mica in the clay along with ash accumulation from a multi-day wood firing.  The Natural Ash Glaze is produced from a combination of hardwoods and pine burned in the kiln.  \u003cbr\u003e    A distinct design influenced by Ben III’s time in China.  This decorative style is commonly seen in ceramic art from the 9th century Tang Dynasty and also Yue wares.  The small handles on the shoulder of this Two-Handled Vase embellish the form in a similar approach to the ancient design work.  Measuring 7.25”w x \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e14.75”h.\u003cbr\u003ePlease Note: What appears to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.   \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Ash\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\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 stirred occasionally in the firebox to give flight to the flakes of ash that are 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with year made (2026).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42185523560503,"sku":"Ben Owen III","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/files\/IMG_3715_9455647d-ea55-4235-9696-a92d7d423525.jpg?v=1776189280","url":"https:\/\/store.benowenpottery.com\/products\/combed-two-handled-vase-in-natural-ash-14-75h-ben-owen-iii","provider":"Ben Owen Pottery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}