Wood-fired Ash-Glazed Ceramic Vase
Meet the Wood-fired Ash-Glazed Ceramic Bud Vase, wheel-thrown by potter Hugh of Woodland Hills Pottery in Andes, New York, in the Catskills Mountain Region.
This vase has a beautifully organic, wabi wabi quality. Its form is compact and slightly rounded, tapering to a narrow neck that flares subtly at the rim - reminiscent of a small sake or bud vase. The ash deposits, uneven glaze melting and ares of reduction give it depth and character.
It feels earthy yet refined - a piece that captures the dialogue between control and chance.
Hugh's potter's mark "hp"is engraved on the bottom of the vase.
Dimension: opening ⌀ 1.5" x W 4.5" x H 6.5"
Care: hand-wash recommended
Wheel-thrown in Andes, NY, USA
About Hugh from Woodland Hills Pottery: Since discovering pottery in Japan 20 years ago, Hugh has continued to pursue pottery at different studios until he moved upstate in 2020. With his move, he set up his pottery studio and built a wood-firing kiln.
As a solo potter, Hugh fires his pottery in his wood kiln 3 times a year: September, January and May. Preparation for firing the kiln takes 3-4 months, which includes making the pieces, testing glazes, collecting firewood and etc.
