Gerard Ferrari - Raptor with Jeweled Mellon, Beak Piercings, and Tribal Markings: Orphaned TeapotGerard Ferrari Connecticut Terracotta, multi fired distressed surface, underglaze, glaze, and metallic overglaze Non functional 12. 25"w x 6"l x 9. 5"h About the Teapot The teapot's surfaces are inspired by age induced patinas. I am obsessed with humanity's discarded, thus orphaned, objects, and nature's reclamation of such debris evident in rust and decay. Using trompe l'oeil rusted surfaces on these orphaned teapots, I establish a narrative dialogue