Wares of the Waters - Sea Treasure Frame

 "Wares of the Waters"

I made this piece entirely from antique sea pottery found along the shores of Prince Edward Island. Each fragment is a wave-worn relic of a once-useful vessel. Striped and stained by time, the shards hail from stoneware, mochaware, yellowware, earthenware, and possibly Rayware, some dating as far back as the 1700s.

Collected patiently over the years, these fragments were once part of bowls, jugs, and mugs that served ordinary lives in extraordinary times. Tossed by the tides and softened by the sea, they now live again. Woven together in this striped collage that echoes the quiet beauty of the past.

The striped layout pays homage to the patterns often seen in traditional wares, reflecting both the order of design and the disorder of time and tide. Each line is a thread in a visual story, linking form, function, and forgotten history.

Wares of the Waters is a tribute to utility turned poetry and to the enduring art held in even the humblest forms.

You will receive the exact frame and sea treasures shown in the photos. Some of my other frames are made to order, while others are one of a kind like this one. Please read the full description or feel free to message me with any questions.

Dimensions: 10" x 10" white square frame with a glass cover. The inner sea glass section measures 5" x 5". Can be displayed on a tabletop or hung on the wall.

This piece is a great gift idea, perfect for a cottage, beach house, or sea-themed wedding.

It's summertime here on Prince Edward Island, so my newest sea treasure frames include both fresh beach finds and special pieces from my long-time collection. I’ve been beachcombing for over 20 years, and sometimes I even find matching shards years apart. I also love going through my mom’s collection, which dates back even further.

This artwork contains real, hand-collected sea treasures. It is not a print.

Many of the colors in this piece come from rare beach finds. Each frame represents months of collecting along the coastline.

Some shards have been gently smoothed to remove rust, dirt, or the occasional sharp edge. This helps highlight the color and detail of each piece.

Sea Glass Origins: Genuine sea glass and pottery are formed from broken bottles, dishes, or even shipwrecks. These fragments are naturally tumbled by the ocean over 50 to 100 years. Over time, they become smooth and frosted through the movement of sand, salt, and waves.

Each piece is unique and may include small imperfections or natural irregularities.

Please review all photos before purchasing.

Customer satisfaction is important to me. If you have any questions before or after your purchase, feel free to reach out.