Wood-Fired / Plump Single Flower Vase with Red Earthenware and White Slip Brushwork

This is a plump, rounded single flower vase made using a coarse red earthenware that allows you to feel the earthiness of the material, and white slip. At the kiln where I apprentice in Fukuoka, a climbing kiln firing takes place once a year. A climbing kiln is a type of wood-burning kiln that uses only burning wood, without the use of electricity, oil, or gas. The interior reaches temperatures as high as 1300°C. As the wood ash falls onto the melted glaze and the flames touch the clay body, unique characteristics emerge on each piece, beyond human control. The kiln firing process, from lighting the fire to removing the pieces, takes over a week. The distinct character imbued in each vessel is truly exceptional, a testament to the power of the flame and the diligent effort and experience of those who harness it. This single flower vase, born from such painstaking effort, was fired in December 2025. The areas directly exposed to the wood flame exhibit a deep, charred texture, offering a glimpse into the distinctive beauty of wood-fired pottery. The white slip, reacting with the iron content in the clay, is tinged with a soft, sunset-like crimson in places. The metallic sheen that appears on the underside is another characteristic unique to the climbing kiln. We invite you to enjoy its varied facets from every angle. Due to the porous nature of pottery, this piece has been treated with a waterproofing agent. This treatment ensures that water does not seep out for approximately 40 hours. However, there is a possibility that some evaporated moisture may emerge slightly from the base, leaving a subtly damp feel. If this is a concern, placing a fabric mat underneath will ensure comfortable use. I continuously explore the ideal combinations of various glazes and clays, creating pottery of diverse colors and forms. Each piece is unique, with subtle variations that make exact replication impossible. They are akin to one-of-a-kind creations. It would bring me great joy if you find a piece that resonates with you. Please enjoy the distinctive character and texture that only wood-fired pottery can offer. ----- *Size and Weight* - Diameter: 8.8 cm - Height: 8 cm - Base Diameter: 4.6 cm - Weight: 270 g - Hole Diameter: 1.5 cm ----- *About the Waterproofing Agent Used* - Agent Name: Flip Coat - Effects: Improves waterproof and moisture-proof properties, reduces penetration of oils and acids, minimizes stains and blemishes, prevents cracking from freezing, inhibits mold and algae growth, prevents penetration into crazing. - Characteristics: Water-soluble, colorless and transparent, odorless, non-flammable, mildly alkaline. (You can find more detailed information by searching for the agent name online.) ----- *Important Notes on Purchase and Use* - Product images are taken and edited to be as true to the actual product as possible. However, colors may appear differently depending on your monitor settings and lighting conditions. Please be aware of this in advance. - As this item is also sold on other platforms, in the rare event of overlapping purchases, priority will be given to the customer who completes the purchase process first. We appreciate your understanding. - After use, please wash thoroughly and dry completely before storing to prevent stains and mold.