This 25 cm Anagama-fired vase is a refined example of atmospheric ceramics, defined by its subtle tapered silhouette and richly layered natural surface. Its softly flared rim opens into a vessel whose form is quiet and intentional, allowing the kiln’s fire to become the true author of its visual character.
During the extended Anagama firing, wood ash, heat, and reduction atmosphere interacted unpredictably across the clay, producing gentle transitions of smoky greys, warm ochres, and ember-kissed blushes. The lower section shows deeper reduction tones and mineral deposits, while the upper body carries softer, mist-like gradients. These effects emerge exclusively from wood firing and cannot be duplicated, making each piece singular.
This approach closely aligns with the expressive material sensibility admired in the works of ceramic artists such as Beatričė Kelerienė, where form and firing collaborate to create a piece with both sculptural presence and surface depth.
Collectors will appreciate this vase for:
its atmospheric, one-of-a-kind Anagama patina;
its balanced, contemporary form, suitable for both standalone display and grouping;
its nuanced color transitions, documenting the path of heat and ash;
its intimate scale (25 cm), ideal for shelves, pedestals, or curated interior arrangements.
A distinctive addition to a serious wood-fired ceramic collection - elegant, understated, and shaped directly by the unpredictable beauty of flame.