A wonderfully primal studio-ceramic vase, hand-built in an expressive cluster of bulbous, asymmetric forms. Its surface is deeply textural—almost geological—ranging from charcoal black to volcanic brown, punctuated by raw, pale flashes where the clay breaks through.
The silhouette feels instinctive and sculptural, channeling the wilder side of 20th-century studio pottery: part vessel, part artefact, part small-scale landscape. The hand-formed construction and rough, cratered surface give it an irresistible tactility, as if pulled straight from the earth still warm.
Striking alone, but especially powerful within a grouping of textural ceramics, it’s a piece that rewards slow looking—each rotation revealing another swell, fissure, or subtle shift in tone.
Details
Origin: Studio ceramic, likely mid–late 20th century
Material: Hand-formed stoneware with raw, textured, volcanic surface
Colour: Charcoal, burnt umber and natural clay highlights
Technique: Pinched and built by hand; unglazed exterior with fired mineral deposits
Dimensions: Height, 19 cm. Width, 13 cm. Depth 9 cm.
Condition: Textural irregularities and surface variations consistent with the maker’s intent
Delivery
Qualifies as a smaller item. UK delivery via insured courier/FedEx at checkout; international shipping available—ask for a quote.
