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Burnished Black Clay – Hand-Finished Entry Tray
This piece is crafted from black clay and finished without glaze, allowing the material itself to take center stage. The surface is fully burnished by hand, a slow and meticulous process that takes hours to achieve. Through repeated polishing, the clay is transformed into a buttery smooth finish that reflects light softly and feels almost stone-like to the touch.
Each tray is shaped by hand into a rough, rounded form. It is intentionally imperfect, echoing natural forms rather than precise geometry. No two pieces are ever alike, and this one-of-a-kind quality is central to its character.
Because it is unglazed and burnished, every mark matters. This finish cannot be rushed or replicated, making each piece rare within the collection. The result is an object that feels grounded, quiet, and deeply intentional.
This tray works beautifully in an entryway, on a bedside table, or as a resting place for a watch, jewelry, or everyday objects. Its purpose is left open, allowing the owner’s imagination to define how it is used.
Handcrafted, burnished, and fired in Carson City, Nevada, USA.
Dimensions
0.75" tall
5.75" diameter
This piece is crafted from black clay and finished without glaze, allowing the material itself to take center stage. The surface is fully burnished by hand, a slow and meticulous process that takes hours to achieve. Through repeated polishing, the clay is transformed into a buttery smooth finish that reflects light softly and feels almost stone-like to the touch.
Each tray is shaped by hand into a rough, rounded form. It is intentionally imperfect, echoing natural forms rather than precise geometry. No two pieces are ever alike, and this one-of-a-kind quality is central to its character.
Because it is unglazed and burnished, every mark matters. This finish cannot be rushed or replicated, making each piece rare within the collection. The result is an object that feels grounded, quiet, and deeply intentional.
This tray works beautifully in an entryway, on a bedside table, or as a resting place for a watch, jewelry, or everyday objects. Its purpose is left open, allowing the owner’s imagination to define how it is used.
Handcrafted, burnished, and fired in Carson City, Nevada, USA.
Dimensions
0.75" tall
5.75" diameter

