Hollow Nautilus with Black Glaze

Hollow Nautilus Sculpture with Black Glaze by Brett Wallerstein

Hand-Built Porcelain Sculpture | Approximately 7" | Unglazed White Porcelain with Black Glazed Interior

Experience the architectural beauty of nature with this extraordinary hand-built porcelain sculpture by ceramic artist Brett Wallerstein. This hollow nautilus sculpture reveals the intricate chambered framework of one of nature's most perfect designs, with dramatic black glaze inside that emphasizes every delicate curve and structural detail of this mathematical marvel.

Nature's Architecture Revealed The nautilus shell represents one of nature's most perfect designs, growing in a precise logarithmic spiral that follows the golden ratio. But it's the interior structure - the delicate chambered framework that the nautilus builds throughout its lifetime - that truly reveals the genius of this ancient design. Brett has captured this extraordinary architecture in porcelain, creating a hollow sculpture that allows you to see into the nautilus's secret chambers. The striking black glaze inside creates dramatic contrast against the pure white porcelain exterior, emphasizing every intricate detail and making the delicate framework even more captivating.

Sculpture Details

• Artist: Brett Wallerstein
• Title: Hollow Nautilus Sculpture with Black Glaze
• Size: Approximately 7"
• Material: Hand-built porcelain
• Firing: Cone 6 oxidation (electric kiln)
• Finish: Unglazed white porcelain exterior with black glazed interior
• Color: Pure white porcelain with dramatic black interior
• Construction: Hollow with delicate nautilus framework visible
• Condition: Original hand-built sculpture in excellent condition

About the Sculpture Each piece is meticulously hand-built by Brett, who works with porcelain to create abstract biomorphic forms that connect us to the natural world. This hollow nautilus required exceptional skill and patience to construct - the delicate framework must be strong enough to support itself while remaining light and intricate enough to capture the nautilus's chambered beauty.

Left intentionally unglazed on the exterior, the sculpture's outer surface remains pure and simple with a polished sheen that brings out the luminous quality of the porcelain. But it's the interior that truly captivates - the black glaze creates a dramatic void that draws the eye inward, highlighting every curve, chamber, and structural element of the nautilus framework. The contrast between the white exterior and black interior creates a stunning visual impact, making this piece as much about shadow and light as it is about form.

The nautilus exemplifies the ordered organic structures and fractal patterns that inspire Brett's work. At approximately 7 inches, this sculpture has a commanding presence that invites close examination. You'll find yourself drawn to explore its chambers and framework from different angles, discovering new details and finding tranquility in its ancient, perfect geometry.

The Artist's Vision In Brett's own words: "In an increasingly complex world, my sculptures explore the connection between nature and the feeling of tranquility through the creation of abstract biomorphic porcelain sculptures. Inspiration from ordered organic structures and fractal patterns found in nature can be seen in my work, which can evoke a sense of calmness when appreciating the order that can be observed in nature."

Perfect for Your Space This hollow nautilus sculpture makes a dramatic statement on a shelf, console table, mantel, or as a centerpiece where it can be viewed from multiple angles. The interplay of white and black, solid and void, exterior and interior makes it endlessly fascinating to observe. Perfect for spaces with good lighting where the black interior can create dramatic shadows and depth. The sophisticated color palette complements modern, contemporary, coastal, or minimalist interiors.

A Study in Contrast and Complexity More than just a decorative object, this hollow nautilus sculpture is a meditation on nature's hidden structures - an invitation to look deeper, to appreciate the intricate framework that supports beauty, and to find peace in the elegant complexity of the natural world. The dramatic black interior reminds us that sometimes the most profound beauty is found in the spaces within.

A hand-built porcelain masterpiece that reveals the nautilus's secret architecture through delicate framework and dramatic contrast.