Diane Deyo Mixed Media Ceramic Raku Vase

This is a contemporary studio pottery vase by artist Diane Deyo, featuring a globular body and a slightly narrower cylindrical neck with a rounded rim. The vessel is crafted from ceramic and exhibits a distinctive heavily crackled white glaze texture reminiscent of raku firing. The upper portion of the neck is finished in a matte, textured dark cobalt blue that fades into the body. The main body is decorated with an abstract patchwork of pastel mauve, lavender, and periwinkle blue geometric shapes. Central to the composition is a prominent black rectangular panel containing a sgraffito-style white line drawing of a stylized cone or funnel form, possibly representing a whirlwind or a cosmic vessel. The piece stands approximately 6-8 inches tall and appears to be in good vintage condition with no visible cracks or chips beyond the intentional crackle glaze. The construction shows high-quality craftsmanship characteristic of late 20th-century American art pottery (circa 1980s-1990s). The surface is matte and tactile, emphasizing the handcrafted nature of the work. The interior appears darker, suggesting a different interior glaze or a continuation of the blue slip from the rim.