Blue striped ceramic amphora vase with two handles

What gives this vase its character:

It harks back to theaesthetics of ancient Mediterranean amphorae—narrow neck, flared trapezoidal body, two crescent-shaped handles—while projecting them into a resolutely contemporary realm with itsswirling diagonal stripes. The raised striations, covered with agrey-blue and violet-brown reactive glaze on a speckled white background, create an unusual sense of movement in decorative ceramics. The slightly granular white glaze with dark micro-inclusions recalls the surface of ancient earthenware. Each piece develops its own nuances; no two are identical.

Key measurements of this vase:

Vase:L. 15.5 x D. 14 x H. 22 cm

Net weight:0.78 kg

Delivery:ready to use, no assembly required

Package:1 package, 19.5 x 19.5 x 28 cm, 1 kg

Tariff number:6913100010

EAN:5713917036035

Made from high-fired glazed ceramic, this vase boasts high structural strength. The speckled white glaze is achieved by applying a feldspar-rich slip before firing. The diagonal raised striations are carved into the wall before firing; the reactive glaze applied in the grooves then develops different colors depending on the depth and density of the enamel, pale blue on the surface, purple-brown in the hollows. The half-moon handles are modeled and attached by hand. Each piece is strictly unique in its exact chromatic nuances.

What you need to know to care for it:

Clean the exterior with a soft, slightly damp cloth, avoiding abrasive products that could damage the mottled glaze. For use with fresh flowers, rinse the interior with clean water after each use. The interior glaze is suitable for prolonged contact with water. Handle with care by holding the body; the decorative handles are not designed to support the weight of a full piece. For indoor use only.