Burning Tide Bowl Sculpture by Denyce Fine Art

Burning Tide Bowl Sculpture by Denyce Fine Art

Key Features:

• One-of-a-Kind Handmade Porcelain Clay Bowl Sculpture
  Approximate dimensions: 23.5" x 13.5" x 7.5"
  Sculpted from porcelain clay and finished with hand-painted, layered glazes, this unique art bowl combines elegance and expressiveness.

• Generous Extra Large Size & Sculptural Form
  Perfect as a statement piece for your dining table, console, or entryway. It also makes a timeless gift for someone special.

• Crafted by Artist Cori Denyce of Denyce Fine Art
  Sculpted and glazed in her Oklahoma studio.

  • Finish: Hand-painted glazes featuring unique brushwork and depth.
  • Functionality: Use as a decorative bowl, keepsake dish, or centerpiece.

The Artist's Process (Written by Cori Denyce):

"I use high-end/high-fire porcelain for my pieces. They are fired in a five-foot by three-foot kiln up to 2400 degrees multiple times. I could fire them 4 or 5 times to get the look I’m going for."

1. Handmade Creation:

   • Each bowl/sculpture is meticulously handcrafted, not thrown on a wheel.
   • After shaping, the pieces are left to dry for up to three weeks (10–14 days average) before their first kiln firing.

2. Firing Process:

   • First Firing: 24–30 hours in the kiln at 1945 degrees for the bisque fire, which prepares the piece for glazing.
   • Glazing: Each piece undergoes 3–5 rounds of glazing, with 6–8 layers of glaze applied per round. The glaze must dry completely between coats.
   • Final Firing: Once fully glazed, the bowl returns to the kiln for 24–30 hours at approximately 2400 degrees.

3. Artistic Vision:

   • The artist describes her creative process as intuitive:
     "When I sit down with my clay or stand up to glaze, I tend to go with the flow. Sometimes I almost feel like I’m speaking to the clay or the glaze and asking it what it wants to be!"

This exquisite sculpture is not just a decorative piece—it's an embodiment of artistry, craftsmanship, and passion.