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Moon Phase Totems, White on Black Legs, Hand Built Ceramic by Helena Starcevic

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Three "Moon Phase" TOTEMS, Off-White "Moons" on black tripod legs. Full moon, half-moon and quarter moon. Hand built in dark brown clay which shows through the matte white glaze adding depth and evoking the texture of the moon. The legs are glazed in a satin black that has plenty of variation, like a patina that sparkles in some places. These three pieces, made to go together are slightly different in size. They measure approximately 9 inches tall by 6 ¼-7 inches wide. Each one is a slightly different measurement, one of the signs of a hand-built ceramic sculpture. The totemic form is one that the artist has been exploring and referencing throughout her career. These are the latest in that ongoing study. Completed at the New Year, they celebrate the end of 2020 and the hope for the future. Signed with Artist's Signature Chop underneath.
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