This bottle begins with a rich, dark clay body that is carefully carved by hand, creating a textured pattern that wraps around the form. After carving, a deep blue glaze is applied, settling into the carved lines and across the surface to highlight the movement of the pattern. The glaze pools and shifts slightly within the texture, creating layers of tone that bring depth and life to the carved design.
The result is a tactile surface where the blue glaze accentuates every carved mark, emphasizing the rhythm of the pattern while allowing glimpses of the dark clay beneath to add warmth and contrast. The interior and lip of the bottle are finished with a smooth glossy glaze, providing a clean, durable surface that complements the richly textured exterior.
Both functional and sculptural, the bottle can be used as an olive oil bottle and comes fitted with a pouring spout for smooth, controlled use in the kitchen. It also works beautifully as a small vase or decorative vessel when not in use.
Details:
Handmade by artist Asa Maestas
Hand-carved textured pattern
Dark clay body with rich blue glaze highlighting the carved surface
Smooth glazed interior and lip
Includes pouring spout for use as an olive oil bottle
Functional as a kitchen bottle, small vase, or decorative object
Dishwasher safe (remove spout before washing)
Each bottle is individually handmade, so subtle variations in carving, glaze, and surface detail make every piece one of a kind—functional pottery designed to be used and enjoyed every day.
This bottle begins with a rich, dark clay body that is carefully carved by hand, creating a textured pattern that wraps around the form. After carving, a deep blue glaze is applied, settling into the carved lines and across the surface to highlight the movement of the pattern. The glaze pools and shifts slightly within the texture, creating layers of tone that bring depth and life to the carved design.
The result is a tactile surface where the blue glaze accentuates every carved mark, emphasizing the rhythm of the pattern while allowing glimpses of the dark clay beneath to add warmth and contrast. The interior and lip of the bottle are finished with a smooth glossy glaze, providing a clean, durable surface that complements the richly textured exterior.
Both functional and sculptural, the bottle can be used as an olive oil bottle and comes fitted with a pouring spout for smooth, controlled use in the kitchen. It also works beautifully as a small vase or decorative vessel when not in use.
Details:
Handmade by artist Asa Maestas
Hand-carved textured pattern
Dark clay body with rich blue glaze highlighting the carved surface
Smooth glazed interior and lip
Includes pouring spout for use as an olive oil bottle
Functional as a kitchen bottle, small vase, or decorative object
Dishwasher safe (remove spout before washing)
Each bottle is individually handmade, so subtle variations in carving, glaze, and surface detail make every piece one of a kind—functional pottery designed to be used and enjoyed every day.
