Description
Unique piece made by hand on a potter's wheel by Julián Ortega Durán in Mérida in 2020. It is a small leather-colored pot inspired by the values of austerity, simplicity and minimalism typical of the wabi-sabi. This pot is designed for small desktop or shelf plants.
The material that composes it comes from Catalan clay. The enamel that makes it waterproof has been designed and produced in Manises. Its earth tone enhances the green of the plants. The forming process has been carried out in the old lathe inherited from his grandfather. Rafael Ortega Porras —who was his first teacher— and made with special attention to the curves and the imprint of the footprints. At the base you can see the author's signature, as well as the year in Roman numerals, a special tribute to his grandfather and his hometown. On the lip you can see the stamped relief of the Terralfar brand. The firing of the piece has been carried out in a very special fire kiln, created by hand by Julián according to the technique learned in Ireland from English and Scottish potters. Adrian Wistreich and Julian Smith .
Additional features
Along with the piece there is also a detailed description of the details that can be observed when contemplating it, so that whoever wishes to have it with them can enjoy it in all its magnitude, explained by the craftsman.
The packaging has been designed and produced by hand by Julián. In its design, respect for the environment has prevailed since it can pleasantly surprise the lucky person who develops it.
Characteristics
Material: low temperature mud
Volume: 175 milliliters
Height: 80 mm
Diameter: 85 mm
Weight: 140 grams
Images
Photographs taken around the Los Milagros aqueduct and Albarregas river park in Merida, Spain.