{"product_id":"gourd-flower-vase-in-nebular-purple-h","title":"Gourd Flower Vase in Nebular Purple, 9.75\"h (Ben Owen III)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e   This vase is a result of Ben’s influence from shapes and forms in nature.  With an organic, from-the-Earth feel, this Gourd Flower Vase fuses modernity with tradition.  The gourd design is a form that Ben’s grandfather made as well.  The curvature of the vase provides a lovely accent for the wood-fired micro-crystal growth.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e    The Nebular Purple is a recent creation from experimenting with cobalt glazes in the wood kiln.  The slow cooling of the kiln creates the blue-purple micro-crystals on the surface.  Measuring 5.5”w x 9.75\"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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e   Ben Owen III developed the Nebular Purple wood-fired microcrystalline series over several years.  The Nebular Purple glaze is a recent creation from experimenting with cobalt glazes in the wood kiln.  The slow cooling of the kiln creates micro-crystals on the surface.  The outcomes resemble majestic nebular formations telescopic images portray.    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e   To achieve this rare find, the wood kiln temperature is meticulously controlled as it rises AND as it falls, to encourage micro-crystal growth at specific temperatures and render this stunning final product.  We hope you enjoy this one-of-a-kind glaze!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\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":39325343875127,"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_2794.jpg?v=1620223533","url":"https:\/\/store.benowenpottery.com\/products\/gourd-flower-vase-in-nebular-purple-h","provider":"Ben Owen Pottery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}