This hand-shaped terracotta vessel features a classic, high-shouldered amphora silhouette with a short, flared rim, entirely encased in an intricate Mozaik surface of hand-cut glass tiles. The decorative program consists of rhythmic, vertical “flame” motifs that undulate around the body, utilizing a fiery gradient of ember orange, crimson, and burnished gold glass shards against a dense obsidian black background. Each tile is meticulously set into a matte charcoal grout, creating a textured, light-reflective skin that emphasizes the vessel’s rounded topography while masking its earthy clay core. The composition reflects a bold, contemporary Balinese artisanal style, where traditional coiling methods are paired with vibrant geometric tiling to transform a functional form into a sophisticated, high-contrast sculptural object.
Hand-shaped Decorative Vessel
Terracotta (Clay) and Glass
Pilin (Coiling) and Mozaik (Mosaic) Assemblage
Inlaid glass tiling with a matte grey grout
Obsidian Black, Ember Orange, Burnished Gold, and Crimson