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by Frances Smith Ceramics · Kiama, NSW
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"Trinket Box - Australian Red Finch" is a Cool Ice Porcelain artwork featuring a wheel-thrown vessel with a sculptural finch perched on the lid, part of the "Endangered" series.
Introducing the "Trinket Box - Australian RedFinch," a masterpiece from our "Endangered" series. Crafted from Cool Ice Porcelain, this exquisite wheel-thrown and altered vessel showcases the delicate beauty of the Australian RedFinch. The box features a stunning contrast between its pristine white exterior and vibrant red interior, enhanced by underglaze techniques and a dipped glaze finish. The lid is adorned with a meticulously sculpted finch, serving as both a functional handle and a poignant reminder of endangered species. This unique piece seamlessly blends artistry and utility, making it a perfect addition to any modern home decor. Each trinket box is handcrafted with care, embodying the artist's commitment to creating elegance in clay and infusing daily life with beauty and thoughtful design.
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.
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.
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 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.

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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Includes sculptural attachments for added dimensionality and texture.
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.
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