Vase, 1979

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James Lowery
Flourished 1970s

Vase, 1979
Tenmoku glazed stoneware with wax resist

Purchased, 1980
Museum number 1986-71

This vase shows the properties of 'tenmoku' glaze to full effect. Tenmoku contains iron oxide and appears black when applied thickly and amber red where it is thinner.