The Han Vase is a shape that has been made in Ben’s family for three generations. Dogwood White pieces receive a thicker glaze application on the surface to give the look of icing on a cake. The scalloped design on the base is influenced by techniques seen in early Chinese glazed pottery during the Han Dynasty. The rich color of the local red clay complements the white glaze coating. The Han Vase form is perfect for a display of flowers on a table, mantle, or office shelf. Measuring 5.25”w x 9.25"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 and the glaze was 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).