Gourd Vase in Midnight Blue Crystalline, 12.25"h (Ben Owen III) Ruby Jade Glaze Stardust Green Matte Microcrystalline

Stardust Green Matte Microcrystalline

While Ben III was in college in the 1990s

This vase is a result of visual influences from the natural environment

while the pigment cobalt tints the crystals and background blue

The slow cooling of the kiln creates micro-crystals on the surface

Gourd Vase in Midnight Blue Crystalline, 12.25"h (Ben Owen III) Ruby Jade Glaze Stardust Green Matte MicrocrystallineThis Gourd Vase shape is influenced by nature while the artistic glaze covering it is inspired by modern developments in glaze crystal formation. The curvature of the vase provides a lovely accent for crystal growth. Mesmerizing, the lighter blue hues of cobalt crystals appear to float over the rich deep blue background as though they are moon jellies in the deep ocean. This vase is sure to become a conversation piece in the home or office. Measuring