Raku Urn - The Tractor
Approx 22cm tall
Approx 20cm wide
Approx 3.2 litre capacity
A tractor sits proud on the front of this very unique urn.
Tractors have long been the heartbeat of rural life. Strong, dependable and always hard at work, a tractor represents a life a dedication, resilience and connection to the land.
​Western Raku is a very fast process inspired by a traditional Japanese technique. It involves heating the pot very quickly to 1000 degrees Celsius until it is glowing red then pulling it from the flames and placing it in a metal vessel (I use a rubbish bin) with shredded paper and sawdust which then burst into flame. With the new fire fully alight the lid is then put on. Black smoke is produced which colours the clay and the oxygen deprived atmosphere causes the glazes to change producing unpredictable and sometimes incredibly beautiful results. The whole process is brutal and any urn that survives is very tough considering the stresses applied.
This piece is suitable as an ash urn and is large enough for most adults or a large pet, or can be displayed as a statement piece in the home or office. Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity from the Artist.