simple vases

Working in the tradition of celadon handicrafts, Thai artisan Kanda creates this cool and beautiful vase. Perfect for simple decor or for displaying flowers, this vase is crafted by hand from ceramic. A green celadon glaze, which achieves a beautiful crackled finish in the kiln, finishes this home decor accessory.

Like an ancient vessel found on temple altars, this handcrafted vase preserves an aura of rustic elegance. Presented by Nantana Sompamitre, the mango wood vase features a carefully affixed eggshell mosaic - evidencing Thailand's sumptuous lacquer ware legacy. Not watertight.

To craft a piece such as this one, mango wood is carefully hand-shaped upon a lathe and then a mixture of lacquer - obtained from trees and ashes of burnt rice paddy husks - is applied. Upon exposure to air the mixture dries to form a watertight seal which is polished before another coat is applied. This process is repeated until a rigid base is formed, and a final polishing is executed with sandpaper and several coats of pure lacquer are painted on the object, with drying periods in between each coat.

Next, chicken or duck eggshells are thoroughly cleaned and finely cracked to be patiently arranged in a mosaic pattern upon a fresh coat of lacquer. The work again lacquered twice, and when dry it is sanded in water until the eggshells slowly appear. The piece is finally rinsed with water and polished with powdered fired clay, resulting in an alluring distinctive gleam.

Care Instructions: Lacquerware is not dishwasher safe. When cleaning is needed, simply clean with a damp cloth and never use any type of abrasive cleaner.

Perfect for displaying flowers as well as for simple home decor, this vase is created by Duangkamol in Thailand. She works with ceramic, diligently forming this vase by hand to feature a fluted spout at the top. A sky blue finish enhances the beauty of this vase.

This vase from Thailand is handcrafted of ceramic in a conical shape with a round base, finished with a crackled green celadon glaze for a simple, yet sophisticated design. Thatsanee and Ramphan craft the vase, painting it with floral vines along the side.

Vines of pink flowers are painted along the side of this vase from Thailand, resulting in a simple, yet striking design. Thatsanee and Ramphan craft the vase of ceramic, finishing it with a crackled green celadon glaze for a sophisticated addition to any home.

Featuring a solid green hue with a distressed finish, this decorative vase from Thailand is created by Daeng Thanunchai. He works with bamboo, crafting the decorative vase by hand in a basket-weaving style. The exterior of this round vase is treated with lacquer for a shining finish.

Lacquerware is not dishwasher safe. If cleaning is needed, simply clean with a damp cloth and never use any type of abrasive cleaner.

Centrifugal shadows adorn this pot, handcrafted with refined perfection by Daeng Thanunchai. The pot is available in two colors - red or green - and exudes the intriguing beauty of lacquered bamboo.

Lacquerware is not dishwasher safe. If cleaning is needed, simply clean with a damp cloth and never use any type of abrasive cleaner.

This traditional vase from Mexico is designed by Armando Sobreyra. He crafts the vase from ceramic, featuring a round shape with simple handles on the sides. colourful floral motifs in the Talavera style are painted by hand onto the vessel.

Perfect for displaying bouquets of flowers or for simple home decor, this vase from Mexico is created by Juana Ponce. Working in the tradition of Talavera folk art, she crafts the vase from ceramic, featuring colorful floral motifs that are painted by hand.

Crafted from ceramic in a cylindrical shape, this colorful vase from Mexico is designed by Juana Ponce. She works in the tradition of Talavera folk art, painting the vase by hand with vibrant floral motifs. This piece is perfect for simple home decor as well as for displaying flowers.

Crafted from ceramic in the shape of a pitcher, this vase is perfect for simple decor or for displaying flowers. Mexican artisan Juana Ponce works in the traditional style of Talavera handicrafts, painting the vase by hand with colorful floral motifs.

Graciela Orozco from Mexico draws inspiration from traditional glazed ceramics, as well as the Moorish and Mudejar styles, for this simple, yet stunning small flower vase shaped like a cup. Handcrafted with ceramic at high temperatures, the flower vase is painted white and finished with a layer of transparent ceramic enamel. It can be used as a vase and as a flower pot. “I like that my designs are classic and inspired by old styles,” Orozco says.