#01 Tall Vase

A tall slender smoked fired Stoneware Obvara piece. A difficult technique but so worth it as the results are spectacular. When I pulled this piece from the smoke sagger, it immediately reminded me of the Nguni cattle found in Southern Africa. Nguni cattle are revered in Southern Africa and known for their fertility and resistance to diseases. Traditionally, the hides where used to cover a war-shield, that was not only used for protection, but played a rich symbolic role in tribal life. This should was also a warrior’s coat of arms. This piece carries the distinction and proud energy of the Sanga-Nguni cattle.