Melon Bottle #2 in Cobalt and Ash Glazes, 10"h (Ben Owen III) Altered Forms You can find the traditional

You can find the traditional forms and shapes of Ben Owen Sr

An ash glaze is applied as a final coat to the pot to create a layered effect

Some outcomes resemble lichen on stone

The red glaze is reminiscent of the old Chinese Red overglazes used in the 16th century and has worked well with Ben III’s simple Asian translations

Using Ben’s cobalt glaze in the wood kiln creates an array of blue tones in the background glaze to contrast the lavender/light purple micro-crystals

Melon Bottle #2 in Cobalt and Ash Glazes, 10"h (Ben Owen III) Altered Forms You can find the traditionalBottles are traditional forms that were originally created for the strict purpose of containment. Today, bottle forms are appreciated for their delicate decorative shapes which contrast their organic, primal feel. This Genie Bottle is a classic form made by Ben Owen III. Influenced by early Asian forms made during the Tang Dynasty and gourd shapes from nature. The cobalt pigments blended with the naturally formed Salt and Ash Glaze create a completely