Ištar II

This black abstract sculpture is created with the traditional techniques of coiling and pinching. It is inspired by the archetype of the Mesopotamian goddess Ištar. The numerous curves that make up the edge of this piece represent sensuality and unconstrained fluidity, as a tribute to the feminine and Yin archetypes. Black, groggy stoneware was used and fired at over 1200°C in oxidation. The piece remains unglazed.