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This extra-large geometric vessel by Jonathan Cross is a commanding example of his architectural ceramic language. Massive faceted planes intersect with angled cuts and deep ridges, creating a form that feels carved from geological strata. The layered surface—marked by scoring, atmospheric firing, and natural variation—gives the piece a powerful, monolithic presence.
Hand-built in stoneware and fired in Cross’s desert kiln, the vessel reflects the tension between precision and raw material unpredictability that defines his practice. The striated section introduces a rhythmic contrast to the smoother facets, emphasizing the sculptural complexity and giving the piece a dynamic sense of movement.
At this scale, the vessel functions as a major statement object, equally suited for gallery display or anchoring a contemporary interior. Its strong geometry, density, and elemental surface make it one of the most impactful forms within Cross’s body of work.
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Artist: Jonathan Cross
Studio: Jonathan Cross Studio, California
Type: XL Geometric Vessel
Material: Hand-built stoneware
Period: Contemporary
Dimensions:21” H × 21” W × 18.5” D
Condition: Excellent condition with natural firing variation and surface texture inherent to the artist’s process
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This extra-large geometric vessel by Jonathan Cross is a commanding example of his architectural ceramic language. Massive faceted planes intersect with angled cuts and deep ridges, creating a form that feels carved from geological strata. The layered surface—marked by scoring, atmospheric firing, and natural variation—gives the piece a powerful, monolithic presence.
Hand-built in stoneware and fired in Cross’s desert kiln, the vessel reflects the tension between precision and raw material unpredictability that defines his practice. The striated section introduces a rhythmic contrast to the smoother facets, emphasizing the sculptural complexity and giving the piece a dynamic sense of movement.
At this scale, the vessel functions as a major statement object, equally suited for gallery display or anchoring a contemporary interior. Its strong geometry, density, and elemental surface make it one of the most impactful forms within Cross’s body of work.
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Artist: Jonathan Cross
Studio: Jonathan Cross Studio, California
Type: XL Geometric Vessel
Material: Hand-built stoneware
Period: Contemporary
Dimensions:21” H × 21” W × 18.5” D
Condition: Excellent condition with natural firing variation and surface texture inherent to the artist’s process
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