The Craft Hotel Ubud

Object No. TER-024
Earth-Tone Spouted Vessel with Fiber Handle
Physical Description:

A hand-shaped terracotta vessel featuring a robust, bulbous body that tapers into a tall, cylindrical neck with a wide, flat rim. The piece is characterized by a dual-handle design, where a secondary structural arc is meticulously wrapped in thick, hand-twisted natural fiber, creating a rugged, tactile contrast to the smooth, sun-baked clay. This organic addition, reminiscent of the Tali Bagu (bark rope) used in traditional Balinese ceremonial crafts, provides a primitive, artisanal grip that bridges the elemental nature of fired earth with raw forest materials. Finished in a uniform, deep burnt sienna wash, the vessel celebrates a clean yet rustic silhouette, emphasizing the harmony between functional form and the unrefined textures of the local landscape.

Classification:

Hand-shaped Decorative Vessel

Material:

Terracotta (Clay) and Natural Fiber

Technique:

Pilin (Coiling) and Assemblage

Surface Treatment:

Polished matte finish with hand-wrapped fiber detailing

Color Palette:

Burnt Sienna, Terracotta Red, and Natural Jute