This Lily Jar embodies timeless pottery craftsmanship, featuring four sculptural handles that frame its elegant, lily flower-inspired silhouette. Descended from a design by legendary potter Ben Owen Sr., this piece carries forward three generations of ceramic mastery.
Crafted from local earthenware clay and finished with multiple applications of the Owen family's celebrated Chinese Red glaze, each jar develops its own character through the glaze's depth and luminous finish. The layered application creates a sophisticated surface that rewards close inspection, making this functional vessel a genuine collector's piece that bridges tradition and artistry.
Display this stunning Lily Jar as a sculptural centerpiece on your table or mantle, where its Chinese Red glaze catches the light beautifully. Perfect for showcasing fresh flowers (be sure to include a plastic liner within the vase), or, stand it alone as an artisan statement piece. This handcrafted vessel brings gallery-quality pottery into your home while honoring generations of Owen family craftsmanship.
Depending on which piece you receive, the measurements are: ~6"w x ~9.25"h. Call 336.879.2262 for inquiries or use the Chat option online.
Please Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.
Please note that these pieces are 2 of multiples. The photos shown, although a great representation, are not the exact piece you will be receiving. However, the Lily Jars in Chinese Red #2 and #3 are very similar and are beautiful!
* Note special care instruction labels on each red pot.
Chinese Red
Chinese Red has become one of Ben III’s signature glazes over the past 40 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 (2026).