This unique and spirited goddess is hand crafted in California by ceramic artist Harry Leaf. The colorful figurines are adorned with celebratory headdresses and flowing robes.
This particular goddess figure has a textured bright orange body with an olive colored headdress and olive tone, leaf shaped, serving bowl. The reaction between the Raku process and the glazes can change the expression on the goddesses' faces giving life and individuality to the finished figures. Since each piece is individually handmade, variation in color, size and design occurs and is considered part of the charm of these handmade Raku sculptures. Each goddess is completely one of a kind and comes with Harry Leaf’s artist story.
Raku is a technique first mastered by the Japanese. It combines fire, smoke, air, clay, glazes, organic materials, and high heat. Each figure goes through a volatile firing process which transforms it into an unique creation. Each piece is pulled from the kiln while red hot, at approximately 1800 degrees, and immersed into organic materials. The resulting smoke and fire reacts with the Raku glazes to produce the dramatic effects of the finished pieces. On these particular goddess figures, the reaction between the Raku process and the glazes can change the expression on the goddesses' faces giving life and individuality to the finished figures. Since each piece is individually handmade, variation in color, size and design occurs and is considered part of the charm of handmade Raku sculptures.
