Description
This is a stoneware plant pot modelled on a seashell, with a spiral whorl rising at one end and broad ribs sweeping round the body towards a softly wavy rim. It measures 22cm long, 17.5cm wide and 12cm tall, so it is a low, wide pot rather than a tall one, shaped for a compact houseplant or a small group of succulents. Stoneware is fired hot and comes out dense, and at 1.13KG this pot has a reassuring weight in the hand. It is a beige plant pot with real character, the kind of piece that looks good even before anything is planted in it.
Its beige tones and shell form bring a gentle seaside feel to a room. We like it on a bright kitchen windowsill, on a bathroom shelf beside the basin, or grouped with other pots along a sideboard. Because it is longer than it is wide, it fits neatly along a narrow sill or mantelpiece where a round pot would crowd the edge. Left empty, it works as a small decorative piece on a dressing table or bookshelf. It also makes a thoughtful present for anyone who loves the coast or keeps a home full of greenery.
The finish is a reactive glaze, which shifts as it fires, so the depth of colour and the fine speckling vary from one pot to the next and yours will be its own. Lighter and deeper streaks of glaze follow the ribs round to the spiral, picking out the relief. It is not dishwasher safe, so clean it by hand. For styling, turn the spiral towards the room so the shell reads clearly, and choose a plant with fine, feathery leaves that echo the ribbed lines.
Specification
| Width |
17.5cm |
| Length |
22cm |
| Height |
12cm |
| Material |
100% Stoneware |
| Colour |
Beige |
| Finish |
Reactive glaze |
| Dishwasher safe |
No |
| Microwave safe |
No |
| Oven safe |
No |
| Weight |
1.13KG |
Frequently Asked
What is the plant pot made of?
It is made of 100% stoneware with a reactive glaze finish, which gives each pot slightly different streaks and speckling.
How big is the pot?
It measures 22cm long, 17.5cm wide and 12cm tall, a low and wide size that suits a compact houseplant or a few small succulents.
How much does it weigh?
It weighs 1.13KG on its own, so it has a steady, solid feel on a windowsill, shelf or sideboard.
Can it go in the dishwasher?
No. It is not dishwasher safe, so clean it by hand to keep the reactive glaze looking its best.
Is every pot exactly the same?
Not quite. A reactive glaze changes as it fires, so the streaks and speckling vary a little and each pot has its own markings.
Can I use it in a bathroom?
Yes. A bathroom shelf or windowsill suits it well, as do a kitchen sill, a living room sideboard or a bedroom dressing table.