Unique porcelain planter with inlaid geometric design that wraps around it. Glazed with clear glaze inside, while the outside is bare hand sanded porcelain that is silky smooth. The planter has an attached drainage tray and drainage holes. This planter would be perfect for a house plant with a design that lets you appreciate both the plant and the pot!
This piece is being offered as a second at a reduced rate because of the small crack in the bottom (seen in the last image). The crack does not go all the way through the bottom, has been permanently repaired, and does not affect the functionality.
The process I use is called mishima or inlay. After throwing the piece on the wheel, I let it dry about half way and then I will hand carve the design I choose into the surface with an exacto knife. After completely drying, the piece will go through its first firing to around 1800 degrees Fahrenheit.
After the piece come out of the kiln, I give it buying its first sanding to help level the surface. Then comes the inlay! I paint the incised lines I have created with an engobe (like paint for clay). I build up several layers, let it dry, then wipe the excess off with a sponge, revealing my design for the first time. That is my favorite part! Then I apply the clear and colored glazes and fire the piece again to around 2200 degrees or cone 6.
After this firing I sand the piece again to get the porcelain silky smooth. If I am adding gold, I will do it now by painting on a gold overglaze and firing the piece a third time to around 1300 degrees. The result is a one of a kind, smooth to the touch, whimsical, useable ceramic object that will last a lifetime!
Product code: Porcelain planter with hand buying inlaid geometric design and clear glazed interior