Large Pebble Burnished Bowl

Based in Hackney Down Studio, ceramicist Jayne Kersten originally started making right before the first lockdown. Forced to continue from home, Jayne taught herself how to create cups and vessels using the coiling method. Making each piece by looping ‘coils’ of clay to build up the form before carefully smoothly and moulding into the desired shape by hand. We think her work is incredibly specially and her chosen method creates a true makers imprint on each piece.

Often inspired by ancient pottery found in museums, this large decorative bowl has been made using a hand-building coiling method. Each layer where Jayne has stopped and started is visible and allows the bowl to tell a story of how it has been made. The outside has been left a natural unglazed clay, whilst the interior has been burnished with a pebble over and over to create a smooth stain finish. This piece is a complete one off and would look incredible on display as a work of art.