{"product_id":"walter-no-2-naked-raku-wall-altar","title":"(w)alter No. 2 | Naked Raku Wall Altar","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWall Altar \u0026amp; Sacred Shelf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted by Holly Zajur, each (w)alter is a hand-built ceramic fixture, shaped by hand and painted by the raw flames of Raku firing. Part wall-mounted altar, part crystal display shelf, and part elemental sculpture—each piece is a one-of-a-kind sanctuary built with raw intention to hold your crystals, incense, and daily focus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you’re mounting a (w)alter as an anchor for your own space or choosing a handcrafted housewarming gift, this raku wall shelf brings the physical energy of fire directly into the home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe Story Behind the Piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn altar doesn't have to sit on a crowded nightstand or dresser—it can live on your wall, integrated directly into your space. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(w)alters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e were created as a fixed sanctuary: a dedicated ledge to charge your crystals in passing daylight, hold a burning incense cone, or hang as a piece of raw ceramic wall art. It serves as a visual invitation to pause whenever you pass by.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe Process\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(w)alter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is slowly formed by hand into its final wall-mounted shape. After bisque firing, pieces in this collection undergo a naked raku firing method. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vessel is coated in a temporary slip shield that peels away after being pulled glowing-hot from the kiln and plunged into an organic reduction chamber. When stripped, it leaves behind raw, bare-clay smoke markings etched by the fire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare \u0026amp; Longevity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDry Display Only:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Raku is an alternative, low-fire ceramic process. Keep your \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(w)alter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e completely dry—it is designed strictly for crystals, incense, and dry display objects, not water or liquids.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncense Use:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Always burn incense on a heat-safe surface within the ledge, and never leave burning incense unattended. Wipe away cool ash with a soft cloth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndoor Display:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Keep your piece indoors, safe from direct outdoor weather or freezing temperatures that could weaken the clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dust gently with a dry, soft microfiber cloth. Never submerge in water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: 100% Stoneware clay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 6''\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4''\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to the handmade nature of this item, slight variations in size, shape, and firing pattern will occur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holly Zajur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46808977932485,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/8572\/4357\/files\/JDP_8591.jpg?v=1787671443","url":"https:\/\/shopzojos.com\/products\/walter-no-2-naked-raku-wall-altar","provider":"Zojos","version":"1.0","type":"link"}