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by Frances Smith Ceramics · Kiama, NSW
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From the Hipflask Series the Acacia Bud vase is wheel-formed and altered using Cool Ice Porcelain and hand-illustrated. Functional art celebrating Australian flora, perfect for small blooms. Elegance meets utility in modern decor.
The Hipflask Series – Acacia is a wheel-thrown and altered vase in Cool Ice Porcelain. Featuring hand-illustrated Acacia and black line work, it's clear glaze adds a rich feel to the touch. Ideal as a bud vase, it blends natural beauty with simple, functional design—an elegant nod to Australian flora.
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.
Ovoid vases in the shape of a hip flask
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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.
This unique ceramic piece features a thrown vessel that has been intentionally altered, creating an intriguing interplay between form and function. The artist's skillful manipulation of the clay while on the wheel, followed by deliberate modifications, results in a striking and unconventional work that challenges traditional notions of ceramic vessels.
Bold, black slip line art, creating striking contrasts and intricate designs. This technique offers a modern, artistic touch to traditional pottery.

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.
See all their workHipflask Series - Acacia
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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.
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