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In collaboration with Annie Sloan, this original artwork has been created exclusively for Oxfordshire ArtWeeks, inspired by the Bodleian's medieval bestiary collection.
This plate shows a mediaeval face framed not in the formal confines of a canvas but held in the warm enveloping heart of a bowl. Painted in soft, gentle colours with visible brushstrokes to emphasise softness and approachability. Whilst the direct inspiration is medieval, the face feels closer to us in time and place.
These handmade plates are made from red terracotta clay (earthenware), individually thrown and trimmed on a potter's wheel. Loosely based on Delftware 'Blue Dash' chargers from the 17th & 18th centuries. Hand painted by Annie Sloan and fired in an electric kiln to 1080 degrees Celsius.
This glazed piece can be used and washed in soapy water.
- Handmade plates made from red terracotta clay (earthenware)
- Individually thrown and trimmed
- Hand painted with ceramic glazes and signed by Annie Sloan
- 35.5cms diameter
