These belong to my beginners and are all exceptional boxes with locking lids. I was especially impressed with the glazing details, the kids are finally getting comfortable and familiar with the very difficult task of glazing their pots. The one above was created by senior Jesus Calderon. What a spectacular Mother's Day gift that would make! Above is senior Varsha Baheti, her craftsmanship is impeccable whether it be in her construction of the piece or her glazing. She is an absolute…

Slab Box with Lid | ESPERANZA CERAMICS

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This tri-footed container vessel jar with bird lid has a grey green glaze on the outside and inside. It has a carved exterior, that gives it an interesting look and texture. The three feet on the bottom is my signature detail. Dimensions: Height: 11.5cm inc. bird lid and feet Width at widest: 9cm Width at opening: 5cm My danish background is very prominent in my ceramics. A sense of white and silverbirch is reflected in my designs. All pottery is designed and handmade by me. I work in series…

This shallow handmade jar was made with a white stoneware clay. It’s great for jewelry, sewing/knitting notions, small knick-knacks, etc. This piece was thrown on the potter's wheel, carefully trimmed, and brush glazed by hand in multiple layers before being fired again for about 12 hours. The bowl of the jar is off-white in color with brown speckles and gray crystals. The lid is a combination of this same glaze along with a forest green and strip of purple. **IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note…

This handmade jar is made with a white stoneware clay. It’s great for rings, jewelry, small knick-knacks, etc. This piece was thrown on the potter's wheel, carefully trimmed, and brush glazed by hand in multiple layers before being fired a second time for approximately 12 hours. The canister has a glossy forest green finish. Parts of the jar and lid have a subtle carved pattern. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that the lid is loose-fitting and not air-tight, but does nicely cover the bottom…