Large slipware dish by ceramicist Joshua Williams, hand-crafted from terracotta. The wide, shallow form has gently sloping flared walls and is finished in a rich amber glaze with expressive slip decoration. Uniquely fired on shells, which leave distinctive marks within the glaze.
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Date / Era: Contemporary
Material: Earthenware
Dimensions: W 31.5 x D 31.5 x H 6.5 cm
Signed: Impressed with maker's mark
Condition: Excellent
ABOUT THE MAKER
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.
Large slipware dish by ceramicist Joshua Williams, hand-crafted from terracotta. The wide, shallow form has gently sloping flared walls and is finished in a rich amber glaze with expressive slip decoration. Uniquely fired on shells, which leave distinctive marks within the glaze.
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Date / Era: Contemporary
Material: Earthenware
Dimensions: W 31.5 x D 31.5 x H 6.5 cm
Signed: Impressed with maker's mark
Condition: Excellent
ABOUT THE MAKER
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.
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