Wheel-Thrown Green Splatter Glaze Bowl
Ceramic, Decorative Art vessel • Studio Potter (Unidentified). Likely an independent North American or European craftsperson.
Style & Movement
Contemporary Studio Pottery; Modern Craft
Medium & Technique
Stoneware or earthenware clay; wheel-thrown technique with reactive green and cream slip glazes. Interior features a prominent spiral 'throwing' mark and a fluid glaze application.
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st Century (Contemporary)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 15-20 cm in diameter; circular/hemispherical format.
Subject Description
A functional ceramic bowl with a wide, open rim. The interior is decorated with a wash of sage green glaze over a light cream base, applied in a sweeping motion that echoes the circular motion of the potter's wheel. A spiral indentation remains visible at the center base.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good. Shows minor wear consistent with domestic use.
Estimated Market Value
USD $25 - $60
Auction Estimate
USD $15 - $40
Provenance History
Likely acquired via a local craft fair, studio sale, or boutique gallery. No visible labels or stamps on the interior; base marks are obscured in the image.
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of the late-20th-century revival in functional studio ceramics, emphasizing 'the mark of the maker' through visible throwing rings and hand-applied glazes rather than industrial perfection.
Notable Features
The central spiral (whirl) is a distinctive tactile feature highlighting the manual production process. The glaze application shows intentional asymmetry.
Condition Issues
Minor surface glaze pitting (pinholing) likely from the firing process; slight discoloration or iron spotting in the glaze typical of amateur/small-scale kiln atmospheres.
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash only; avoid microwave use if the clay body contains metallic impurities or if the glaze exhibits crazing. Display away from direct impact risk.