Loading... Please wait..."Flora and Fauna" designed by Fred Wills, Retired Master Potter formerly with Van Briggle Pottery in Colorado Springs, CO. Fred's work is loved by collectors nationally and internationally, considered to be the United States' most prolific potter. A true American Craftsman ... Fred Wills is well respected for his talent and love of the pottery wheel. Fred retired several years ago, but lucky for us -- still has the desire to create beautiful American Art pottery.
This new design is offered in a partnership with Fred Wills. This unique design, created in May 2011, was originally hand-thrown on the pottery wheel and hand carved by Fred. It is hand-carved across the front with two bugs on a surface of wheat pattern. It was then moulded for the sake of reproduction, then cast, etched and glazed by Castle Rock Potters. Hand signed by Fred Wills. 100% Made in America!!
"Flora and Fauna" stands 7 1'2" tall and 3 1/2" at its widest part -- a fabulous size for a cabinet vase. Note the symmetrical, graceful lines -- perfection evident from the hands of a Master. The glaze is a satin finish in dark red/burgundy color, with black highlights. The molten glazes flow into the hand carved surface. Fantastic color!
The vase is marked "FW" and "5-11" -- created in May 2011. "Fred Wills Design, Castle Rock Pottery"
Orders - Paypal, credit cards and checks accepted. Please call and place the order by phone 303-814-3633 or 720-849-8312. If two or more of Fred design vases are purchased, we will give you free shipping. Thanks for looking!