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Welcome to Tetraktis studio pottery.
I work with my fantasy and hands, do unique ceramic objects, Raku fired.
I make every piece with love and careful attention and I wish to offer visual pleasure besides functionality.
All listings are in stock and ready to ship.
For any question, suggestion or comment feel free to contact me.
More Raku pottery you can see in my other Etsy shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/studiotetraktis
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valeria on Oct 8, 2023
5 out of 5 starsAll good, love the piece. I haven't found the best oil to burn, but that is my fault.
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lovegolf on Sep 16, 2023
5 out of 5 starsThe box was beautiful. Well made Looked just like the picture. I will be ordering another one from her a bit later. Well packaged and came on time..
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Hararetta on Sep 11, 2023
5 out of 5 starsI love his ceramics, such a unique work. This is my second order
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Jeremy on Mar 15, 2023
5 out of 5 starsLovely work. Exactly as depicted, and even came with a little bonus =). Thank you so much!
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Claire on Mar 13, 2023
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful little jewellery box. My daughter was over the moon to receive it. Lovely colours and textures, very different and a real treasure.
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Claire on Jan 24, 2023
5 out of 5 starsWhat a thing of beauty and care! Thank you so much! I wanted something not mass produced that was almost sculptural and this burner is just that. The depth of colour and bronze finish is devine and the sunlight captures it when it is unlit on the side. The pendant was an additional thoughtful touch and the delivery, well Royal Mail could not match it considering we wait far longer for a standard letter in the UK. Thank you again.
Yiannis responded on Jan 28, 2023
Thank you very much for your nice review Claire! So glad when I can make someone happy with my work!
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Andrea on Dec 19, 2022
5 out of 5 starsThe oil-burner ist beautifully made and an eye-catcher! It arrived VERY fast and was very well packaged. + there was a free necklace, which is adorable! I would definitly recommend ordering!
Yiannis responded on Dec 20, 2022
Thank you very much for your nice review!
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Buch on Mar 20, 2022
5 out of 5 starsBeautifully handcrafted piece. A work of art. Came nicely packaged. Very good shipping time! Just like in the pictures. Good communication with seller. There was a gift in package i gave my mother who was very happy with it. I have not used it yet but will soon. As i have a cat i have to be carefull and aware at all times with fire. It has the most vibrant lovely colors.
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Derelle on Jan 15, 2022
5 out of 5 starsthe turquoise ceramic oil burner is exquisite. I love it, and a beautiful surprise gift pendant was included which I love as well. delivery was speedy to Australia. Thank-you so much to the seller
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Kathrin on Mar 28, 2024
5 out of 5 starsSuper beautiful ceramic items... the shop is definitely one of my favorites!
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Why are these pieces special?
Because they are Raku fired besides their unique shape.
What is Raku firing?
Raku firing is an ancient Japanese technique:
After the first firing, a ceramic piece is glazed with a special glaze and fired in a gas kiln,very fast (1.30 - 2 hours).
When the temperature reaches 900° C the kiln is opened and the pieces are taken out with tongs, placed in metallic containers, covered with sawdust and sealed.
That causes the reduction. It happens because the flammable material catches fire from the red hot ceramic, but due to the sealing the flames seek oxygen to keep burning and the only available is in the oxides of the glaze. So the coloring oxides losing their oxygen particles, turn to pure very thin metal.
Especially the copper colored glazes give all kinds of bronze, blue, turquoise, green effects. Always unique!
Is a Raku piece the same like any other ceramic?
No! due to the thermal shock, from 900° C to ambient temperature they are more sensitive.
Also the bronze copper color over time, slowly turns to a nice blue - turquoise or green!
This is nothing to worry about, it is just the procedure of the continuing reduction, as oxygen particles from the air replaces those lost during the past procedure.
So your piece may continue to change and this is part of its beauty!
However, the nice black crackles will remain the same. They are made from the smoke which gets into the glazes shocking crackles and intensifies them.
So Raku means always different, always unique, always spectacular ...but sometimes a disaster!
That causes the higher price of a raku piece.
Are there instructions or tips for use for a ceramic oil burner?
Yes, here are useful tips for the proper and safe use:
- Be aware that the ceramic oil burner gets hot when it is lit. So touch carefully.
- The best option is to use tea light candles as they offer security against leaking wax.
- Never leave the burner lit when leaving the house.
- Make sure the burner is out of reach of children and pets.
- Ensure there is liquid or wax melt in the bowl before light the candle, or it could crack.
- Frequently clean it from the previous oil residues with soap.
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