Standing approximately ten inches tall, this striking handcrafted raku vessel combines a dramatic sculptural silhouette with rich contrasts of color and texture. Its broad, flared neck displays shifting shades of turquoise, blue-green, and muted copper, while the elongated lower body features a deep, almost black metallic finish.
Sweeping bronze-toned lines cross the dark surface in bold, angular patterns, creating a dramatic interplay between the vessel's luminous upper section and its darker body. The result is a commanding decorative piece that rewards close inspection from every angle.
Created by Pacific Northwest ceramic artist Jacob Virnig, this unique vessel reflects the unpredictable beauty of raku firing. Drawing on a centuries-old Japanese ceramic tradition, modern raku techniques use fire and smoke to create distinctive surfaces and atmospheric effects that cannot be precisely repeated.
Details
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Artist: Jacob Virnig
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Material: Raku-fired ceramic
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Height: Approximately 10 inches
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Width: Approximately 5 inches
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Mouth opening: Approximately 3½ inches
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Weight: 1 lb 14.2 oz (30.2 oz)
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Handmade in the Pacific Northwest
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One of a kind — the exact piece pictured
Decorative use only. Not intended for food, beverages, or holding water. Subtle irregularities and variations are natural characteristics of handmade raku pottery.
