This is an original pottery piece created by Lyn Anderson
This features a ceramic bowl with an appealingly simple yet elegant design. The bowl's shape is classic, with a wide, flaring rim that tapers down to a narrower, rounded foot. The glaze on the outside is predominantly a muted, mossy green, providing a natural and earthy tone, while the interior has a slightly textured, muted grayish finish that exhibits a subtle speckling effect.
Delicately painted on the exterior surface are botanical motifs— leaves and apples—rendered in soft hues such as red and light olive green. These motifs suggest a gentle organic theme, evoking the sense of nature's quiet beauty. The decoration is understated, blending harmoniously with the overall green glaze rather than starkly contrasting it.
From an artistic perspective, this bowl likely embodies the principles of a traditional pottery style, where functionality meets aesthetics. The earthy colors and botanical decoration could be inspired by a cultural emphasis on nature and simplicity, common in various folk or artisanal ceramic traditions. The glazing technique appears smooth and well-controlled, indicating skilled craftsmanship.
In sum, this bowl is not only functional but also a decorative object, celebrating the quiet elegance of nature through subtle color and form. It could be an object used for everyday dining or for ceremonial purposes, depending on its cultural origin.
The pottery is made with midfire Granite cone 6 clay.
The work was created in 2025.
The overall dimensions of the pottery are 12.5" tall by 2.75" wide.
This piece is part of the "Natures Bounty" temporary exhibit. Come and see it in person through the months of October and November 2025.