Melon Flower Vase in Nebular Purple, 11.75"h (Ben Owen III) Creamers Salt Glaze was first discovered

Salt Glaze was first discovered by German potters in the late 14th and early 15th centuries

This form is heavily influenced by the Mei Peng style of vases that were made early in Chinese clay culture

This Genie Bottle is a classic form made by Ben Owen III

Nebular Purple

Melon Flower Vase in Nebular Purple, 11.75"h (Ben Owen III) Creamers Salt Glaze was first discoveredThe Nebular Purple glaze is a recent creation from experimenting with cobalt glazes in the wood kiln. The slow cooling of the kiln creates the light purple micro crystals along the surface. Measuring 7"w x 11. 75h. Please Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting. Ben Owen III developed the Nebular Purple wood fired microcrystalline series over several years. The Nebular Purple glaze is a recent creation