Studio Pottery Textured Ceramic Bowl

This item is a handcrafted studio pottery bowl featuring a distinct globular or squat ovoid form. The exterior is characterized by a heavy, bark-like horizontal texture, likely achieved through chatter marks or by dragging a tool across the clay while on the potter's wheel. The material appears to be a light-colored stoneware or earthenware clay, left unglazed on the exterior to highlight the raw, tactile quality of the grooves. In contrast, the interior is finished with a smooth, glossy clear or honey-toned glaze, revealing a light tan ceramic body beneath. The rim is slightly inverted and smooth, providing a structural counterpoint to the rugged exterior walls. There are no visible maker's marks in the provided view, but the craftsmanship suggests a contemporary artisanal origin. The condition appears excellent with no visible chips, cracks, or significant wear to the textured ridges. The piece reflects a modern wabi-sabi aesthetic, valuing organic irregularity and natural finishes. Its construction shows a deliberate balance between functional interior smoothness and decorative, high-relief exterior sculpting.

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