Studio pottery slipware candlesticks by Joshua Williams, thrown from terracotta with inclusions such as dust and grog collected from local beaches. The teardrop form is both utilitarian and sculptural, with a small handle reminiscent of a traditional chamberstick. Decorated with gestural brushstrokes and splashed slip.
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Date / Era: Contemporary
Material: Terracotta
Dimensions: W 10.5 x D 10.5 x H 23.5 cm
Condition: Excellent
Joshua Williams is a studio potter working in Galloway, Scotland, specialising in functional kitchenware rooted in traditional pottery techniques. His practice is guided by the belief that studio pottery can elevate everyday rituals through thoughtfully crafted domestic objects.
Williams produces high-fired functional earthenware characterised by strong, vital forms and restrained yet expressive decoration. His palette centres on dark green, honey-gold, and cream glazes, with textured surfaces that create organic variations in tone and finish across each piece.
A key aspect of his work is the incorporation of locally sourced materials and instinctive decorative methods, allowing unpredictability and spontaneity to become part of the making process. This approach ensures that every pot carries its own distinct character while remaining practical for daily use.
Studio pottery slipware candlesticks by Joshua Williams, thrown from terracotta with inclusions such as dust and grog collected from local beaches. The teardrop form is both utilitarian and sculptural, with a small handle reminiscent of a traditional chamberstick. Decorated with gestural brushstrokes and splashed slip.
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Date / Era: Contemporary
Material: Terracotta
Dimensions: W 10.5 x D 10.5 x H 23.5 cm
Condition: Excellent
Joshua Williams is a studio potter working in Galloway, Scotland, specialising in functional kitchenware rooted in traditional pottery techniques. His practice is guided by the belief that studio pottery can elevate everyday rituals through thoughtfully crafted domestic objects.
Williams produces high-fired functional earthenware characterised by strong, vital forms and restrained yet expressive decoration. His palette centres on dark green, honey-gold, and cream glazes, with textured surfaces that create organic variations in tone and finish across each piece.
A key aspect of his work is the incorporation of locally sourced materials and instinctive decorative methods, allowing unpredictability and spontaneity to become part of the making process. This approach ensures that every pot carries its own distinct character while remaining practical for daily use.
