{"product_id":"two-handled-vase-in-lily-pad-green-crystalline-16h-ben-owen-iii","title":"Two-Handled Vase in Lily Pad Green Crystalline, 16\"h (Ben Owen III)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  A distinct design influenced by Ben III’s time in China.  This decorative style is commonly seen in ceramic art from the 9th century Tang Dynasty and also Yue wares.  The small handles on the shoulder of this Two-Handled Vase embellish the form in a similar approach to the ancient design work.  Measuring 7.5”w x 16”h.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Please Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The Lily Pad Green Crystalline Glaze series was carefully developed over several years.  Ben Owen III methodically manipulated various glaze materials with the potential to create unique surfaces and patterns that are reflective of natural scenery in our world's environment.  Some outcomes resemble lichen on stone, lily pads peeking along a pond surface, or even blue moon jellies floating in deep ocean waters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e   To achieve this rare find, the kiln temperature is meticulously controlled as it rises AND as it falls, to encourage crystalline growth at specific temperatures.  The glaze is applied by carefully airbrushing multiple layers of complementary glazes.  The presence of titanium- and zinc-rich ingredients promote crystal development, while the pigment copper tints the crystals and background green.  We hope you enjoy this one-of-a-kind glaze!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (2023).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40220563308599,"sku":"Ben Owen III","price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/files\/IMG_4998.jpg?v=1692470813","url":"https:\/\/store.benowenpottery.com\/products\/two-handled-vase-in-lily-pad-green-crystalline-16h-ben-owen-iii","provider":"Ben Owen Pottery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}