Melon Bottle #2 in Cobalt and Ash Glazes, 10"h (Ben Owen III) Pots From the Past 5" Please Note: What appear

5" Please Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting

The wood ash melts as it touches the hot clay body and becomes its own

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Melon Bottle #2 in Cobalt and Ash Glazes, 10"h (Ben Owen III) Pots From the Past 5" Please Note: What appearBottles 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