Ceramics
by Frances Smith Ceramics · Kiama, NSW
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"Trinket Box - Australian Red and Green Finch" is a Cool Ice Porcelain artwork featuring a wheel-thrown vessel with a sculptural finch on the lid, part of the "Endangered" series.
Introducing the "Trinket Box - Australian Red and Green Finch," a stunning piece from our "Endangered" series. Crafted from Cool Ice Porcelain, this exquisite artwork seamlessly blends functionality with artistic expression. The wheel-thrown vessel serves as a elegant trinket box, while the sculptural finch perched atop the lid adds a touch of whimsy and environmental awareness. Featuring underglaze and dipped glaze techniques, this piece showcases the artist's masterful craftsmanship. The delicate balance between the smooth, altered vessel and the intricate bird sculpture creates a visual harmony that will elevate any space. Not just a decorative item, this trinket box serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of our ecosystem and the beauty of endangered species.
From Kiama, NSW. Delivery or pick-up is agreed with Frances Smith Ceramics.
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.
Ceramic vessels decorated with endangered species
A collection where the artist personally selects and holds their favorite creations, showcasing a deeply personal reflection of their journey, evolution, and the themes that resonate most with them.
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.
Includes sculptural attachments for added dimensionality and texture.
The application of colored decoration to the surface of a piece before it is glazed, allowing for detailed and intricate designs that are sealed and protected by a clear or translucent glaze.
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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Trinket Box - Australian Red and Green Finch
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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.
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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