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by Frances Smith Ceramics · Kiama, NSW
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Wheel-thrown porcelain serving bowl with carved glacial exterior, dual-glazed blue interior. Artistically combines Antarctic ice texture with functional elegance for modern decor.
The "Glacial Wall Serving Bowl" is from our Carved Coral Vessel Series. Made from cool ice porcelain, it features a carved exterior inspired by Antarctic glaciers and a striking blue-glazed interior. Both functional and decorative, it’s a unique piece that brings natural beauty and craftsmanship to your table.
Cool Ice Porcelain is a premium ceramic clay known for its silky smooth texture and brilliant white finish, ideal for creating intricate and delicate works of art. This versatile clay offers exceptional workability and strength, making it perfect for both wheel-throwing and hand-building techniques.
Artistic objects made from clay and fired to create pottery, vases, or decorative objects.
The Carved Coral Vessel Series showcases exquisite ceramic pieces inspired by the intricate patterns and textures found in coral reefs. Each vessel in this series features delicate, hand-carved designs that mimic the organic forms of coral, resulting in unique and visually striking works of art that blur the line between nature and human craftsmanship.
Removing clay to create decoration or shape in the clay body, often using tools to incise or sculpt the clay, adding depth and dimension to the work.
These functional glazes provide smooth, even coatings, providing a consistent and professional finish. This technique ensures a flawless, glossy surface that enhances the beauty of the ceramics and can make the piece fully functional.
A pottery technique where clay is shaped into forms on a rotating potter's wheel, allowing for symmetrical and rounded shapes, often used for creating bowls, vases, and other vessels.
This ceramic piece showcases an intricate carved coral reef texture, capturing the delicate and complex structures found in underwater ecosystems. The artist has skillfully translated the organic forms and intricate patterns of coral into the clay medium, creating a tactile and visually stunning representation of marine life.

About the artist
Frances Smith CeramicsCreating Elegance in Clay. Discover hand-crafted, functional vessels blending artistry and utility to enhance modern home decor with unique, thoughtful designs. Each piece, a testament to the beauty of functional art, infuses daily life with beauty and elegance.
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