#01 Tall Vase
US$54.23
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.
Unglazed surface sealed with Elements Earth: An industrial strength nano-technology permanent coating.
Elements Earth is a natural food safe solution with anti-bacterial properties for use on any smooth unglazed fired ceramic surface. Due to it’s unique chemical formulation, it forms a highly durable layer that protects delicate surface treatments like prints made with plant material on ceramics. This product chemically bonds with the ceramic surface and once dry forms a low sheen, matt 3d matrix on the surface. It is highly water repellant, oil and fat repellent and anti-bacterial. It is also alkali, acid , alcohol and chemical resistant and has a high UV resistance as well. As the success of this unique sealer is reliant on the conditions of application, please see the FAQ and T&C’s for product information & application.
Size:
16 cm high
13.5 cm diameter wide opening
7 cm diameter wide base
Proudly handmade in the Western Cape, South Africa.
