Verdigris Temple

Verdigris Temple stands like a relic from a forgotten sanctuary — a vessel that carries the memory of air, fire, and time. Hand-built in stoneware, its surface bears the soft green of aged bronze, achieved through layers of oxides and oxidation firing that mimic the slow alchemy of weathered metal. 

The sculptural finial rises like a gate or a symbol, inviting contemplation — a passage between the material and the unseen. Drawing from the quiet grandeur of Chinese ritual bronzes and the Japanese reverence for patina and impermanence, the piece feels both grounded and ethereal, echoing the silent rhythm of nature’s transformations.

Medium: Hand-built stoneware with oxide glazes

Techniques: Oxidation firing, layered patina surface finish