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by Frances Smith Ceramics · Kiama, NSW
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“Golden Hibiscus” features a hand-illustrated sphere with Gold Lustre, inspired by endangered Australian Philip Island Hibiscus.
In the Golden Lustre series, the “Golden Hibiscus” ceramic showcases artistry and functionality. Crafted from white mid-fire clay, it features hand-illustrated hibiscus and is finished with a clear glaze and luminous gold lustre. This wheel-thrown piece pays homage to the endangered Philip Island Hibiscus, offering both a statement object and a functional vessel. Perfect for small floral arrangements, it enhances modern decor with elegance and warmth. Discover a piece that embodies the beauty of functional art, infused with the artist’s dedication to thoughtful design and exceptional craftsmanship.
white, smooth white mid-fire stoneware clay
Artistic objects made from clay and fired to create pottery, vases, or decorative objects.
Vessels lavishly illustrated with Australian flora with a stunning golden lustre background
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Features luxurious gold lustre applied over underglaze for an opulent finish. It uses real gold applied as a complex liquid salt, that is painted on and fixed in a third firing.
clear glaze total coverage
This vessel has been glazed and fired to allow it to be used in domestic and commercial settings. It's waterproof and dishwasher safe.
Hand-painting or drawing on the clay surface with underglazes or colored slips before the glazing process, showcasing artistic imagery or motifs.

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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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.
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