This 33 cm vase is a beautifully understated example of traditional Anagama firing, where the form’s quiet simplicity becomes a canvas for the kiln’s complex natural effects. The vessel’s rounded silhouette and gently tilted rim give it an organic, almost ancient presence - a quality that is further deepened by the richly textured surface accumulated through prolonged exposure to wood ash and fire.
Soft gradients of pale ochre, smoky charcoal, and muted greens blend across the body, punctuated by a warm ember-like patch where the heat concentrated most intensely. The lower section shows deeper reduction tones and vitrified ash deposits, creating a tactile record of the firing environment. These natural markings, impossible to reproduce through applied glaze, give the vase its unique collectible character.
The aesthetic sensibility resonates with the material-first approach admired in the work of ceramic artists such as Beatričė Kelerienė, where form, texture, and flame converge to create objects with both visual depth and emotional quietude.
Collectors will appreciate this vase for:
its authentic Anagama surface, shaped solely by wood ash, heat, and time;
its strong, ancient-inspired form, ideal for display on a pedestal or shelf;
its richly varied textures, offering new details with every rotation;
its one-of-a-kind firing signature, making it impossible to duplicate.
A poetic and atmospheric piece - subtle in silhouette, powerful in presence - and a meaningful addition to any serious collection of wood-fired ceramics.