The vase has four handles on the shoulder and resembles the basic form of a lily flower. This vase shape is a design from Ben III’s grandfather, Ben Owen, Sr.
This Lily Jar in Chinese Red is made from local earthenware clay and has multiple layers of this red glaze applied to the surface. The thicker application of the glaze reveals a rich color and texture. The Chinese Red glaze is considered a signature glaze of the Owen family dating back to Ben III’s father, Benjamin “Wade” Owen, Jr.
A great vase for display for flowers on a table or a mantle. For fresh flowers, a plastic liner must be used. Measuring 8.25”w x 12.25"h.
Please Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.
* Note special care instruction labels on each red pot.
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.
This piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (2024).