This small box has the design of a Rose on its lid, with a part of a poem by Rumi on the side:
"How does the Rose ever open its heart
And give to the world all of its beauty?
It feels the encouragement of Light upon its being,
otherwise we all remain too
frightened."
The box comes with a soft pad (removable) inside to protect whatever precious item you might want to keep in it.
The box is 4.5 inches in diameter and 2.75 inches tall.
I include a copy of the poem with the box.
If you have a favorite poem you would like inscribed on one of my boxes as special gift, please contact me.

This small box has a rich red glaze. The Asian design disk is carved out of Agate. The inside of the box is lined with a removable cushion to keep precious items safe. Each of these boxes is one-of-a-kind. I use different stones and carved pieces on the lids, and the color varies with each firing. If you are interested, I can make one especially for you.

Stoneware clay and glazes.

2.75 tall x 3.25 diameter.

Price includes free shipping within the U.S. Please inquire about international shipping costs.

The Cypress trees that line Carmel Beach often catch my eye. Their silhouettes are beautiful against the sky, either blue or foggy gray. Carmel beach is known to be dog friendly and there are always dogs walking and playing.

I used the Sqraffito technique on this piece. This is a decorative technique where, after I throw the piece on the wheel, I coat it with a fine colored slip. I then carve my design into the slip, revealing the white clay underneath. The final step of glazing the piece protects the carving. The inside is lined with a removable cushion to keep something precious safe.

Stoneware clay with glazes. 4.75” diameter x 3” tall. SOLD