Tree Trunk Vessel (Chinese Birch)

Description

Inspiration and Making: This ‘Tree Trunk Vessel’ has been made in response to the textural quality of a Chinese Red Birch Tree. The form was made by combining 3 individually thrown cylinders into a convoluted tall column and using sodium silicate to create a specific type of bark like texture with fissures, surface cracks and the suggestion of peeling bark . The internal space has been covered with a white stoneware glaze, making it water tight for functional use. The base is inscribed with my handwritten ‘S’ logo.

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Sustainability: Where possible, I once fire my vessels, meaning they have a lower carbon foot-print. I use green energy to run my electric kilns and enjoy pit firing when appropriate. Many of the clays I use are mindfully foraged from local areas and I also up-cycle discarded clays from local schools.

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Dimensions: Base(W)10 cm x Ø7 cm x H51 cm

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Please note, in stock items will be shipped within 3-5 working days. Made to order items will require a minimum of 3 weeks to make (not including shipping time).