Raku Horsehair and Feather Fired Urn 396

The Raku Horsehair and Feather Fired Urn 396 is a ceramic urn, shaped through the intricate process of raku smoke firing by a skilled artist. Adorned with intricate horsehair and feather application, meticulously burned to unveil a captivating black carbon imprint, resulting in a uniquely textured finish. Topped with an ornate lid crafted from vintage brass and bamboo, which makes it a truly captivating choice for your loved one's final resting place.

From the Artist: "After firing and cleaning, I coat the piece with bees wax or acrylic wax to protect the surface. Horsehair works are intended for decorative or dry storage use (ashes). You can care for them as you would fine woodworking. Keep out of extended direct sunlight, and DO NOT place water in these vessels, as it will ruin the finish."

A little bit of how the urn is made:

The Artist combines Western Raku techniques with the application of horse hair and other materials, such as turkey feathers and plants, during the firing. Each piece of pottery is handmade on the pottery wheel using white stoneware or porcelain clay body. The bisque pots are loaded into the Raku kiln and the temperature is brought up to approximately 1200 degrees. The pots are then carefully removed, one at a time, and the horsehair and or feathers are applied to the extremely hot pot. They instantly start to vaporize on the surface of the pot, squiggling and dancing around the surface of the piece, painting its image on the pot, leaving behind carbon black fossil-like marks. No two pieces are ever alike.

The one in the picture will be the one you receive.

Details

• Dimensions: 8.5" H x 6" W
• 120 Cubic Inches
• Unglazed finish
• Unique 
• Not watertight
• Materials: Ceramic

• Ships within 1-3 business days
• Free standard ground shipping included
• Ground time in transit varies by destination; usually 2-6 business days
• Rush production and shipping can be arranged; contact us with need-by date