Description
Some objects earn their place on a shelf not through rarity of name, but through the quality of the hand that made them. This hand-thrown studio pottery vase is one of those pieces. The rich turquoise blue glaze — shifting into deep cobalt at its shadows — has the kind of depth that only comes from a skilled potter’s kiln, not a factory line. Around the lower body, clusters of applied rounded forms build a strong sculptural texture, giving the vase a presence that changes depending on where the light falls.
It carries the quiet confidence of Scandinavian studio pottery at its most honest: organic in form, expressive in surface, made to be touched and lived with rather than locked away.
Details & Specifications
- Type: Studio pottery vase
- Material: Hand-thrown glazed ceramic
- Colour: Turquoise blue with deep cobalt accents
- Style: Scandinavian / organic modern / studio pottery
- Features: Applied sculptural decoration, textured glaze
- Markings: Signed and dated to base
- Dimensions: Height 17 cm (6.7 inches), Width 10 cm (3.9 inches)
Condition Report
- Good vintage condition — no cracks or repairs
- A few small age-related glaze nibbles to some of the protruding decorative elements, visible on close inspection and consistent with the sculptural form and age of the piece
- The top rim shows slight natural unevenness from the hand-throwing process, adding to the handmade character
Why It Endures
This is an original handmade pottery piece — not a factory-produced reproduction. The signed and dated base confirms its authenticity and connects it to a specific maker and moment. Whether displayed alone on a windowsill or grouped with other studio ceramics, it brings warmth, texture, and timeless handmade character to a space. It works beautifully in Scandinavian, organic modern, or eclectic interiors — and it will look just as considered there in another fifty years as it does today.
Packed carefully with protective materials. Tracked shipping included. Combined shipping available. For U.S. buyers: customs tariffs and handling fees are prepaid within the shipping price. No additional charges on delivery.
