Catching birds Porcelain Bauble #1

A handmade porcelain bauble, meticulously adorned in rich royal blue porcelain slip. Employing the intricate sgraffito technique, it portrays a captivating scene featuring Protea and fynbos** flowers, accompanied by birds and a whimsical porcelain cat (hand crafted) in pursuit.

The Protea flower takes center stage, not only captivating the eye with its beauty but also carrying profound symbolism of diversity, courage, and strength.

To enhance its elegance, the bauble is finished with a clear porcelain glaze and adorned with a gold ribbon for hanging. For secure attachment, I recommend a double knot, ensuring your bauble remains safely in place, adding an opportunity for a quick smile to your day.

Measurements:

Height: 12cm (approx. 5 inches)

Diameter: 26cm (approx. 10 inches)

*Sgraffito is a technique used in pottery where a layer of slip (liquid clay) is applied to the surface of a clay object, and then a design or image is scratched through the layer to reveal the contrasting color of the clay body beneath. The term "sgraffito" comes from the Italian word "sgraffiare," which means "to scratch."

**Fynbos (/ˈfeɪnbɒs/; Afrikaans pronunciation: [ˈfɛinbos] meaning fine-leaved plants) is a small belt of natural shrubland or heathland vegetation located in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces of South Africa.