Genie Bottle in Teadust, 9.25"h (Ben Owen III) Wood Fired Microcrystalline Series Resembling lily pads on the

Resembling lily pads on the surface of a lake or pond

The hardwoods and pinewoods burned inside the kiln as the heat source provided a wonderfully serendipitous effect of ash accumulation along the surface of this pot

and meaningful design

The gourd form is also a shape that Ben’s grandfather

5" flair diameter x 4

Genie Bottle in Teadust, 9.25"h (Ben Owen III) Wood Fired Microcrystalline Series Resembling lily pads on theBottles have been a favorite form for Ben III to create on the potters wheel. The melon lines along the vase are influenced by nature, as Ben often gathers inspiration from the world around him. Measuring 5"w x 9. 25"h. Please Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting. Teadust is a glaze that Chinese potters created while accidentally over firing earthenware red pots and melting the clay into a puddle. With