{"product_id":"pottery-urn-raku-keepsake","title":"Pottery urn - Raku keepsake","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis elegant Raku keepsake  is perfect for those who wish to keep a small portion of ashes close by, instead of scattering them. Part of our personalised ceramic collection, created to hold the ashes of loved ones respectfully. \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHow is Raku created? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaku firing is an age-old ceramics method from Japan, that produces a distinct and artistic finish on pottery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pieces are first biscuit-fired and then undergo a second firing in a Raku kiln at about 800 ºC. While still extremely hot, horsehair is placed on the body of the piece, creating unique black, winding lines as the carbon from the hair burns into the clay. After cooling, Renaissance wax is applied and polished to give the surface a glossy finish. The pieces are unglazed and suitable for containing loved ones’ ashes. Not suitable to contain liquid. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePersonalisation option: \u003c\/span\u003eWe are able to utilise a provided horsehair sample to create a truly personalised item. If this is of interest, please add details in the special instructions section below. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSize, weight and capacity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan role=\"presentation\"\u003eSize 18cm(H) x 10cm (W)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"presentation\"\u003eWeight (500grams \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan role=\"presentation\"\u003eunfilled)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"presentation\"\u003eCapacity to hold ash \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan role=\"presentation\"\u003e(500ml ~565grams of ash)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"presentation\"\u003eMade from\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan role=\"presentation\"\u003e      • Specialist Raku clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlan Booth collection inspiration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlan Booth draws his inspiration from the inherent beauty of natural forms, which is evident throughout his body of work. His subjects and landscapes are sourced globally, reflecting a broad artistic perspective. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Afterstone, Alan has created urns in four distinct sizes, utilising a specialised Raku clay engineered to withstand thermal shock. Each form is carefully turned and burnished, resulting in a refined, polished surface upon completion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlan trained in Staffordshire under Derek Emms, focusing on ‘hand-thrown’ and industrial ceramics. A degree in multidisciplinary design – utilising various discrete media, including illustration and photography, and ultimately specialising in ceramics. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlan’s studio is located in Shaftesbury, North Dorset…close to the foot of ‘Gold Hill’ (\u003ci\u003eof Hovis advert fame\u003c\/i\u003e). Raku firings take place in his garden studio, which looks out over the Cranborne Chase and Melbury Beacon. A glorious rural environment for inspiration and creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFTERSTONE LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52523742626133,"sku":"PUrn - RAKU-KepS","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/6459\/6053\/files\/Afterstone_054_faf38048-aa53-4f5e-ad0b-5cad7c082fdb.jpg?v=1774269775","url":"https:\/\/afterstone.co.uk\/products\/pottery-urn-raku-keepsake","provider":"AFTERSTONE LTD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}