Miniature Genie Bottle in Cobalt Crystalline , 4.25"h (Ben Owen III) Tang Vase as this will cause smoking

as this will cause smoking and possible wax dripping to occur

as a glossy forest green made from the pigment copper

The addition of the melon lines is created while the clay is still wet on the potter's wheel

commented that it looked like the surface of a penny

The Cobalt and Yellow Matte glazes were applied to the piece prior to loading the kiln and the ash glaze that developed during the firing provides the fluid movement for beautiful glaze drips

Miniature Genie Bottle in Cobalt Crystalline , 4.25"h (Ben Owen III) Tang Vase as this will cause smokingA miniature version of Ben III's classic genie bottle. Bottle forms have been a favored shape for centuries. A challenging but rewarding form to create, bottles are one of Bens favorite pieces to make on the potters wheel. Traditionally created for the strict purpose of containment, today, bottle forms are appreciated for their delicate decorative shapes which contrast their organic, primal feel. A perfect token gift, hostess gift, or, present for