Raku Pot, No. 29 Sculpture

A lovely pot with a terrific range of metallic covers and textures including a fabulous blue on the inside. There are classic metallic colours expected with raku as well as matt and a black 'soot' spot arising from the the positioning in the kiln. It's a fabulous ornament. The height maximum is 95mm/3.75" and the base is 60mm/2.25". At the top opening it has a diameter of 35mm/1.5". The pot was rapidly heated up to 960°C, then placed in a barrel filled with combustible material, covered with wood shavings, and allowed to smoke. The amount of oxygen that is allowed during the firing and cooling process affects the resulting colour of the glaze and the amount of crackle. Generally my practice is to starve oxygen by placing a lid on the barrel after 1-3 minutes. The process is unpredictable in this instance it resulted in an interesting metallic gun metal colour and the flashes effect shown in the images. What is Raku? Raku firing is a traditional Japanese pottery technique known for its unpredictability and unique results. It is often characterized by its crackled glaze and vibrant colors, making it a sought-after art form for many collectors and enthusiasts. A piece such as this can take anything up to 6+ hours to make from start to finish. It began as a thick walled pinch pot that was shaped and the carved.