Crafted by studio assistant Silas Bradley, this elegant pitcher captures the mesmerizing essence of Ben III's Aurora glaze—a dynamic finish that shifts and shimmers across its surface like the Northern Lights themselves. The 10-inch vessel's refined English-inspired form provides the perfect canvas for the glaze's stunning color play, making it as captivating to admire as it is functional at the table. Whether you're seeking a distinctive serving piece or a memorable gift, this Aurora pitcher transforms everyday dining into something truly special. Dishwasher- and microwave-safe. Hand-turned by our studio assistant, Silas Bradley, as part of the Ben Owen Pottery Tableware Collection. Measuring 6.5”l x 5.75"w x 10”h.
Please Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.
Aurora
Ben Owen III developed this stunning glaze over the summer of 2025. Resembling the dynamic flickers across the night sky resulting from the natural phenomena, aurora borealis, this glaze produces a display of color covering the spectrum of green and red.
Considered an "artistic glaze", Aurora can produce large sections of the turquoise-blue tones as if a curtain was being pulled across the surface of the pot. At other times, Aurora develops individual speckles of the green-blue color. The blushes of red hue develop from the smoke of the flame within the gas kiln, converting copper from green to red. Just as no aurora borealis effect will ever be re-created, no two pieces of Ben III's Aurora will ever be alike. A distinct and alluring glaze, Aurora will forever intrigue its owner.
The Tableware Collection
You can find the traditional forms and shapes of Ben Owen Sr. pottery wares in The Tableware Collection at Ben Owen lll Pottery. This line highlights shapes and forms made in a traditional Owen style of the early 1900’s folk pottery of North Carolina as well as influences from Asia.
This traditional collection has been continued by several potters who have worked at Ben Owen Pottery since the 1960’s. The previous line was made by potter Elizabeth McAdams, who worked as a studio assistant and retail manager for Ben Owen Pottery from 2022-2025. The current line is made by potter Silas Bradley, who began work as a studio assistant in August 2025.
This piece is stamped "Ben Owen Pottery" with initials hand-signed "SB".