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8" Wood-fired Vase
This vase has a natural wood ash glaze from California pine and oak. This was fired in an anagama kiln for 10 days.
As you can see in the images, this vase received an incredible amount of ash buildup, resulting in a heavy glass drip accumulation on the side it was laying on. Unfortunately, with this much ash melt, some problems often occur: this piece has a dunting crack from the cool-down and is no longer functional (cannot hold water) and serves only as a beautiful sculptural vessel.
Nonetheless, there are some remarkable surface crystals that have formed, as well as a myriad of different colors and textures, from smooth and glossy to rough and crunchy. If you are a fan of the wood-firing process, this piece shows off just about every possible result from a wood kiln -- a truly one-of-a-kind piece!
Dimensions: 8.5" H x 3" W
Date: 2023
Medium: Porcelain-Stoneware Blend