Mica Leaf and Vine Spaceship Vessel P04557-P00162 then pit fired and finished

then pit fired and finished with layers of acrylic and oil paint

each made from hand-cut tubes of oxidized sterling silver and joined with thread

A shimmering mosaic of Italian glass tiles

Painted with milk paint glazes and lacquered for durability

Mica Leaf and Vine Spaceship Vessel P04557-P00162 then pit fired and finishedWheel thrown earthenware vessel, with flecks of mica delicately capturing the light across the body of the vessel. Its sleek copper lid has a hand drawn botanical motif and was fabricated and etched by the artist. Decorative use only. Not watertight Unglazed finish Ceramic: fired at cone 04, vitrified Signed by the artist Materials: Earthenware (Terra Cotta), Copper