{"product_id":"smoke-bronze-raku-vessel-one-of-a-kind","title":"Smoke \u0026 Bronze Raku Vessel – One of a Kind","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA one-of-a-kind handmade raku vessel featuring a smoky charcoal body, richly textured bronze and copper-toned accents, and an elegant, elongated silhouette. Its broad, gently rounded shoulders taper toward a narrower base, while the flared mouth and textured lower section frame the smooth, atmospheric finish. Subtle variations of gray, blue-black, and warm metallic coloration give the surface remarkable depth. The combination of sculptural form and unpredictable firing effects makes this a striking decorative statement piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaku firing has its roots in a centuries-old Japanese ceramic tradition dating to the sixteenth century. Contemporary raku firing involves removing glazed pottery from the kiln while still extremely hot and placing it with combustible materials in a reduced-oxygen environment. The interaction of heat, smoke, glaze, and atmosphere creates distinctive colors, textures, and unpredictable variations that make every piece unique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandmade in the Pacific Northwest by ceramic artist Jacob Virnig.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate dimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10\" high × 5½\" wide at widest point\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMouth opening:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e approx. 4\" wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 32.1 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor decorative use only. Raku pottery is not food safe or watertight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause this is an individually handmade and fired piece, variations and firing marks are part of its character. The item pictured is the exact piece you will receive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Good Gnome","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48214451290283,"sku":"GG-JAKE-RKU-05","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/8539\/3579\/files\/LargeGrayandBlueASQ.jpg?v=1791608773","url":"https:\/\/goodgnome.com\/products\/smoke-bronze-raku-vessel-one-of-a-kind","provider":"Good Gnome","version":"1.0","type":"link"}