Archive sale Wild women clay research 2020
$200.00
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Trio of vessels– each from a different clay source located on Tamborine Mountain.
Local clay, terra sigillata, reduction fired to 1300oC
Back in 2020 I researched and wrote an article for The Journal of Australian Ceramics title ‘Wild Women, Wild Clay‘ (you can find this on my website/ education page).
After interviewing long term locals, sorting through archives at the State Library and Tamborine Mt Heritage Centre I was able to locate original homes and clay sources which were used by female potters who lived here in the 50s and 60s. These women had extraordinary cottage industries and built a strong arts community that remains still.
These pots were shown in my solo show, displayed on Gallery walk and opened by my dear friend, editor and past curator of decorative arts at Qld Art gallery, Glenn R Cooke.
I have kept them safe for the past 4 years and are now ready for them to find new homes.
Please note: shipping is difficult to calculate so please be reassured I will refund any excess shipping costs to you via PayPal.
Measurements – displayed side by side
27cm wide 13.5cm high
Care Instructions
All of my ceramic pieces sold are useable and made to store liquids. The body of each piece is made using one of Australia’s finest porcelains, fired to 1280°C and fully vitrified. Due to the nature of combining various stoneware, raw minerals and porcelain clays, your work may have some very superficial (thin and only surface deep) spilts on the outside. This is rare, but does not change the function of the work. If your cup/vessel leaks, of course please contact me, however, all cups are checked and tested before sale.
If your ceramic piece has not been glazed, rather has a polished finish, I have applied Liquid Quartz ceramic sealer, which is a food safe, permeating sealer designed for use on unglazed ceramic ware. Click here for more information about this product. Due to the thin walls of your porcelain piece, please be mindful that hot liquids will be hot to touch if in a porcelain cup. Careful hand washing of your ceramic ware is advised.
Shipping
I will ship orders within 4 days of receiving the payment. They will be well packaged with recycled packing materials and sent by Australia Post. A tracking number will be provided via email. Australia Post Standard is generally 3-10 days with tracking – no insurance. Please contact me if you would like to add insurance or express postage. COVID has impacted greatly on international shipping. I am currently able to provide standard and express postage to USA, Canada, New Zealand & Singapore. Any import duties, fees, &/or taxes payable in your country are the responsibility of the buyer. U.K. buyers please contact Thrown Contemporary in London to purchase.
If you end up paying too much for shipping I will refund you the access via PayPal and send you a message to let you know.