Step Vase | Iridescent
Though Mary Chase Perry Stratton’s daybooks show a sketch of the Step Vase from around 1960, we have no record of it being produced until 2003, for Pewabic's centennial. Now it's a favorite, perfect with any decor, contemporary or traditional.
Iridescent Glaze
Many consider the Iridescent glaze to be Pewabic's most important contribution to ceramic art. Through trial, error, and sheer persistence, Mary Chase Perry Stratton developed her first successful Iridescent glaze in 1906. Establishing the formula and stabilizing the firing process took another three years. Today, our Iridescent pieces are fired somewhat similarly, though with safer materials. It requires a third firing and a process called fuming, when vegetable oil is injected into the kiln to create the extraordinary one-of-a-kind effects.
Copper Iridescent pieces often have blue-gray flashes of color that dapple the smooth surface of the copper-colored glaze.
Azurite Iridescent pieces often have flashes that range from silver to purple and green that accentuate this bold blue glaze.
The pinkish gold metallic Blush Iridescent finish has many variations. Depending on the lighting in the room, these pieces will pick up different hues.
- 9"H x 4"W
- Handcrafted in Detroit
- Pewabic logo stamped on the bottom
- High variations in glaze and firing results ensure each handcrafted Pewabic piece is one of a kind
- Do not put flower food in these vessels due to the soft nature of the glaze
- Photos are an example of what you may receive, you are not purchasing this exact piece
- Available in Blush Iridescent, Copper Iridescent and Azurite Iridescent glazes