The Potter's Art, 3/30/2006

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Hunting Scene721 viewsThis finely painted jug featured Turkish noblemen on horseback pursuing various wild animals.

Two Exceptional Plates716 viewsThese seemed to be a cut above many of the others.

A Room Full of Tiles712 viewsA tour de force of beautiful and varied tilework.

Calligraphy709 viewsI greatly enjoy the elegant stylized Arabic script decorating these plates, although for all I know it may say something like "Death to Infidels" or "You are the illegitimate offspring of an unholy union between a donkey and a camel."

Chuck and Elouise Mattox702 viewsBrowsing the wares in the pottery shop.

But where's my handle?695 viewsThe spout is attached; the next step will be to apply the handle.

Plate Close-up695 viewsOf the three plates on this shelf, my favorite combined a floral design with what appears to be a mishmash of Arabic script and Greek letters.

Here's my spout691 viewsThe potter applies the spout to the body of the teapot.

Tea Service685 views17 pieces, in a velvet-lined case.

Turkish Coffeepot683 viewsComplex shape, decorated with a simple but effective floral motif.

Floral Tile Mosaic683 viewsOne of many such on display in the shop, each one beautiful and unique.

A Feast for the Eye678 viewsA fabulous array of ceramics is displayed on these shelves to lure passers-by into the store.

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