A treasured design spanning three generations of the Owen family, the Dogwood Vase celebrates North Carolina's botanical heritage through sculptured floral details adorning its graceful form. This 13.5" vessel traces its lineage to 1928, when Ben Owen Sr.'s creation won best in show at the Dogwood Festival, establishing a legacy that continues today. Crafted from local earthenware clay and finished in the family's signature Chinese Red glaze—a rich, luminous finish deepened by generous application—this vase embodies both artistic tradition and regional pride. Each piece reflects the refined craftsmanship and distinctive aesthetic that have defined the Owen pottery practice for nearly a century. Own your piece today. Measuring 6.5”w x 13.5"h.
Please Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.
Chinese Red
Chinese Red has become one of Ben III’s signature glazes over the past 35 years. Ben’s father, Ben Wade Owen Jr., developed the glaze after many customers requested a red finish. Chinese Red was not produced by Ben’s grandfather, Ben Owen Sr., although many of the forms that he studied early on in his career were shapes from China that included a red finish. The red glaze is reminiscent of the old Chinese Red overglazes used in the 16th century and has worked well with Ben III’s simple Asian translations. The red glazed pottery cannot be used for food or liquid due to the limitation of firing temperature. If using for flowers, place a plastic cylinder or bowl inside the vessel to hold water.
* Note special care instruction labels on each red pot.
This piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (2025).