Fused Glass Platter by Maori Boy - Ika Moana (Whale Tail) Design (Light Blue and White) 40cm

Glass Platter

Original design by Maori Boy Glassware - a modern interpretation of traditional NZ-kiwi & Maori design.

Each piece is designed to be a work of art, while still being functional and robust enough to be used day-to-day.

40cm diameter
Ika Moana (Whale Tail) Design

About Ika Moana Design:

The whale tail has great significance in Maori culture as a symbol for journey. Maori myths tell how the first Maori came to New Zealand on the back of a whale. This symbol brings great protection in and around the water and strength on spiritual journeys through life.

Technique:

The technique of 'fusing and slumping' sandwiches a design of "onglaze powder" between two pieces of clear glass, which is then fused together at high temperature. The transparency of the top layer lends the design depth and enhances the vibrancy of each colour. Low fire “glaze” is traditionally used by ceramists as a ‘second’ firing over underglaze on fired pots. Low fire glaze will fire into glass using a very careful firing process aided by a 'proprietary formular' of frits and additives to promote compatibility, stability of the fusing process, and to enhance the vibrancy of the colours. The glaze is used ‘dry’ and not in a liquid form.