Large vase

This large, full-formed vase rises from a narrow base to a wide shoulder with a narrow neck. It was wheel thrown using stoneware clay containing grog and feldspar chips. It was shaped using textured paddles to accentuate the wide shoulder. Its colour is a rich dark chestnut with contrasting areas of a yellow/ orange slip. The pot was also decorated with spontaneous drawing. It was wood fired in a salt kiln and was placed out of the direct path of the salt, resulting in a dry, matt and earthy surface. It was fired to 1,320°C.