Egg Vase in Aurora, 9"h (Ben Owen III) Shirley Owen Collection This pie dish is similar

This pie dish is similar to what Jacques and Juliana Busbee would have seen at the North Carolina fair in the early 1900s that attracted them to the Moore County potters where they later founded Jugtown Pottery (in current-day Seagrove)

The Chinese Red glaze is considered a signature glaze of the Owen family dating back to Ben III’s father

this glaze can reveal many variations from solid black to black with rust to more khaki tones

A North Carolina pottery historical jewel

Egg Vase in Aurora, 9"h (Ben Owen III) Shirley Owen Collection This pie dish is similarDrawing inspiration from the classic Meiping vessels of ancient China's Tang and Song periods, this Aurora Egg Vase captures timeless elegance in a compact form. Its luminous glaze evokes the ethereal beauty of the Northern Lights, making it an enchanting focal point whether displayed solo or paired with complementary artwork. Perfect for adding sophisticated visual interest to any room, this handcrafted piece by Ben Owen III transforms ordinary