Abstract Smoke-Fired Vessel

Ceramic sculpture on a clay support • Unknown studio potter, based on contemporary American ceramic traditions

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Abstract Smoke-Fired Vessel

Style & Movement

Contemporary Studio Pottery

Medium & Technique

Earthenware with horsehair raku and smoke-firing technique

Creation Period

Late 20th to early 21st century

Subject Description

An asymmetrical, bulbous vessel featuring organic smoked linear patterns and mineral washes across a white and terracotta ground.

Condition & AI Estimated Value

Condition Assessment

Good condition with minor surface dust and no visible cracks or structural chips.

Estimated Market Value

Not an official valuation

$150 - $400

AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, provenance, authentication, and market demand.

Identified on 10/9/2026