In some ways these small
covered “COG” boxes were designed as filler but since they are bigger than
teabowl generally speaking, I think I make them because I like making lidded pieces.
This stoneware COG box, part of a limited group referred to as cog-ware was
thrown out of stoneware and had white slip applied and then a fresh coat of
soda blue to finish it off. All in all this is a rather
simple idea and form but I think when you add in the carved furrows the glaze
brings the piece to a more intriguing pot and after all, it is a daily reminder
of how we are all just cogs in this giant cosmic machine we call life.
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