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Red Snake Jar
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$750.00

J.W.Gruber
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The clays used in the work on these pages are formulated to mature at 2250 degrees F. At this temperature the pottery is vitrified and strong. The vessals that support the sculptures are "thrown" on a potter's wheel. The funtional pottery is covered with a glaze that is "leadfree" and dishwasher safe. For more information please contact me at klaywindow@juno.com
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Red Snake Jar
This wheel thrown red clay jar is just over 17 inches tall to the top of the snake head and approx. 12 inches wide.The snakes were sculpted in position by carefully adding clay to the jar and carving the snakes after the clay became "leather" hard. Extra Care was taken in drying and firing to prevent any cracks or flaws from forming but it did aquire a surface flaw on the inside. Time and handling have added a couple of chips to the lid but this is such an excellent piece of work that should hardly matter. The snakes weave in and out of the jar and finally exit through the lid.