Flower Vase 7, David Gordon, 2023, clay, 19 x 6 x 6 in. / 48.26 x 15.24 x 15.24 cm.

David Gordon: Sculpting Flower Vases in Natural Forms

David Gordon's ceramic works demonstrate a profound connection to nature, with each piece reflecting the textures and forms found in the natural world.

David Gordon is an artist who crafts ceramic vases with natural textures, blending the lines between functional pottery and sculptural representations of nature.

His clay vases are sculptural narratives that go beyond their function, becoming embodiments of the trees and landscapes from which they draw inspiration.

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Flower Vase 1, David Gordon, 2023, clay, 20 x 6 x 6 in. / 50.8 x 15.24 x 15.24 cm.
Flower Vase 1
, David Gordon, 2023, clay, 20 x 6 x 6 in. / 50.8 x 15.24 x 15.24 cm.

Flower Vase 1 (2023) stands out with its robust form and textured surface, mimicking the rugged exterior of a tree trunk. The clay has been manipulated to such a degree that it takes on the appearance of real bark, complete with the organic irregularities and hues of a living tree.

Flower Vase 4, David Gordon, 2023, ceramic, 13 x 5 x 5 in. / 33.02 x 12.7 x 12.7 cm.
Flower Vase 4
, David Gordon, 2023, ceramic, 13 x 5 x 5 in. / 33.02 x 12.7 x 12.7 cm.

Flower Vase 4 (2023) continues this theme but with a more refined approach. The vase narrows toward the top, much like the tapering of branches, while the surface treatment suggests the smoothness of worn wood. It's a vessel that speaks of growth and the passage of time.

Flower Vase 6, David Gordon, 2023, clay, 17 x 6 x 6 in. / 43.18 x 15.24 x 15.24 cm.
Flower Vase 6
, David Gordon, 2023, clay, 17 x 6 x 6 in. / 43.18 x 15.24 x 15.24 cm.

Flower Vase 6 (2023) is marked by a sense of verticality and movement, echoing the upward reach of trees toward the sky. Gordon's attention to detail is evident in the varying textures and the incorporation of mushroom-like forms, which further tie the piece to the forest floor from which it seems to spring.

Gordon's creations, including Flower Vase 1, Flower Vase 4, and Flower Vase 6, are testament to his skill in bringing the essence of the outdoors into the home. His work does not just mimic nature; it evokes a sense of the wilderness, inviting the viewer to explore the beauty and complexity of the natural world through the medium of clay.

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Flower Vase 7, David Gordon, 2023, clay, 19 x 6 x 6 in. / 48.26 x 15.24 x 15.24 cm.
Flower Vase 7
, David Gordon, 2023, clay, 19 x 6 x 6 in. / 48.26 x 15.24 x 15.24 cm.

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