Description
Our Mae vase is a tall, slim piece of white ceramic shaped like an upright loop, with an open centre that runs right through it, so the wall or window behind becomes part of the design. Stripes trace the outline in three rings, one around the outer edge and two following the opening, which gives the flat face the look of a bold line drawing. It stands 32cm tall, 18.5cm long and only 8.5cm wide, and it weighs 1.22KG, so it has real heft for such a narrow ceramic vase.
That narrow width is the practical part: at 8.5cm it sits happily on a windowsill, a mantelpiece or the back of a sideboard, where a rounder vase would crowd the space. The opening at the top is a slim slot, so it suits a few tall stems rather than a generous bunch; two or three branches of eucalyptus or a single arching flower look right in it, and it holds its own as an empty sculptural object on a shelf as well. Set it in front of a window and the open centre frames a little of the view. It suits anyone who likes graphic, slightly playful pieces in a calm white scheme, whether on a dining table or a living room shelf.
The body is 100% dolomite ceramic, a fine ceramic with a smooth, even surface that takes painted decoration well. It is partly decorated by hand, and the stripes show it: the lines swell and thin a little as they travel round the shape, and handwork always varies slightly from piece to piece, so your vase carries its own small differences. For styling, give it some space on either side so the outline reads clearly, and pair it with plain glass or matt pieces that leave the stripes to do the talking.
Specification
| Width |
8.5cm |
| Length |
18.5cm |
| Height |
32cm |
| Material |
100% Dolomite Ceramic |
| Colour |
White |
| Finish |
Partly handdecorated |
| Weight |
1.22KG |
Frequently Asked
What material is the Mae vase?
It is made of 100% dolomite ceramic, a fine ceramic with a smooth surface, and it is partly decorated by hand.
How big is the vase?
It is 32cm tall, 18.5cm long and 8.5cm wide, and it weighs 1.22KG, which gives it some heft for its slim shape.
Can I see through the middle of the vase?
Yes. The centre is an open slot that runs right through the vase, so the wall or window behind it shows through the middle.
What kind of flowers suit it?
The opening at the top is a slim slot, so it suits a few tall stems or branches rather than a full, generous bunch of flowers.
Will every vase look identical?
Not quite. It is partly decorated by hand, so the stripes vary slightly from one vase to the next, giving each piece small differences of its own.