{"product_id":"post-and-lintel-teapot-in-nebular-purple-8-5-h-ben-owen-iii","title":"Post-and-Lintel Teapot in Nebular Purple, 8.5\"h (Ben Owen III)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e   An exceptional example of Ben Owen III's Nebular Purple woodfired crystalline glaze!  This unique teapot design is directly influenced by Ben III’s time spent studying traditional ceramic art in Japan.  Ben only makes this style of teapot occasionally due to the time and process to make the post-and-lintel handle.   \u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e   Fully functional, this teapot is safe for steeping tea leaves and serving into your favorite cup or mug.  \u003cem\u003eBe sure to temper the teapot\u003c\/em\u003e before adding hot water to steep the tea leaves.  \u003cem\u003eDo not place the teapot directly on the stovetop as heat shock will occur\u003c\/em\u003e.  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eT\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ehe teapot must be tempered prior to use to allow the clay particles to warm and expand before exposure to boiling water.  Dishwasher- and microwave-safe. Measuring 7.25”l x 5.5”w x 8.5”h. \u003cbr\u003ePlease note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNebular Purple\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    Ben Owen III developed the Nebular Purple wood-fired microcrystalline series over several years.  The outcome is the artistic rendition of a majestic nebula formation that telescopic space images portray.  \u003cbr\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.  A small amount of the pigment magnesium tints the crystals light purple while a high concentration of the pigment cobalt tints the background a deep, rich blue.  We hope you enjoy this one-of-a-kind glaze!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (2026).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42269176332343,"sku":"Ben Owen III","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/files\/81A32720-D7A6-446A-B25E-FE9A727ACB88_1_201_a.heic?v=1781281275","url":"https:\/\/store.benowenpottery.com\/products\/post-and-lintel-teapot-in-nebular-purple-8-5-h-ben-owen-iii","provider":"Ben Owen Pottery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}