{"product_id":"sculptural-raku-vase","title":"Sculptural Raku Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking statement piece that blends organic form with modern sophistication. This sculptural vase was wheel-thrown, hand-altered, and sculpted to achieve its distinctive asymmetrical shape. I always let the clay guide me through the build, moving in whichever way it prefers—an organic process that ensures no two vases are ever alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe raku firing process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis vase was made using the raku firing process: a Japanese technique that involves taking pots out of the kiln while still in a hot, orange, molten glow. In the western version of raku, once removed, the pots are placed in a container with combustibles like newspaper or sawdust where they catch fire and are covered with a lid until cooled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular piece was finished with a classic white crackle glaze, taken out of the kiln and blown on repeatedly to cool and crack the glaze before being added to newspaper to burn. The grey between the cracks is carbon from the fire that is trapped in the clay during the sealed cooling process. The many variables in raku firing create a unique, one-of-a-kind piece of pottery that can never be replicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtisan details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheel-thrown and hand-sculpted with asymmetrical, organic form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite crackle raku glaze with carbon markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimalist aesthetic with rich depth and visual interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile style that bridges earthy and modern aesthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplaying as a standalone sculptural art piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyling with dried flowers, grasses, or branches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding architectural interest to shelves, mantles, or tables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreating a focal point in modern, minimalist, or organic interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: High-fired stoneware\u003cbr\u003e\nFinish: White crackle raku glaze with carbon markings\u003cbr\u003e\nDimensions: Approximately 8.5\" H × 6\" diameter (at widest point)\u003cbr\u003e\nCare: Due to the type of stoneware used, this piece is NOT watertight. If using fresh flowers, use a floral tube or other container to hold water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach piece is handmade and one-of-a-kind.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46796980027561,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9073\/9369\/files\/IMG_4586.jpg?v=1770832309","url":"https:\/\/kqrceramics.com\/products\/sculptural-raku-vase","provider":"KQR Ceramics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}