The Craft Hotel Ubud

Object No. TER-007
Sculptural Verdigris Scale-Texture Vessel
Physical Description:

A wide, bulbous terracotta vessel featuring a stout, cylindrical neck and a rounded base. The form is distinguished by elaborate, hand-pinched relief work that creates a dense, scale-like texture encircling the shoulder and base. Large, teardrop-shaped medallions of the same textured appliqué are placed symmetrically around the mid-section, separated by vertical ridges. The surface is finished in a rich, multi-layered teal wash that pools in the crevices of the relief work, creating a vibrant verdigris effect. This treatment, inspired by the oxidized tones of ancient bronze and the varied hues of Balinese tropical waters, emphasizes the high-relief Cubit technique used to sculpt the rhythmic, organic patterns.

Classification:

Hand-shaped Decorative Vessel

Material:

Terracotta (Clay)

Technique:

Pilin (Coiling) and Cubit (Pinching)

Surface Treatment:

High-relief appliqué with a multi-tonal aqueous wash

Color Palette:

Deep Teal, Seafoam Green, and Pale Jade accents