This earthy sculptural ceramic vase was a finalist at the Etsy Design Awards in 2023. The vase is made in unglazed textured clay; it is left unglazed on the outside and glazed on the inside for the functionality of holding water.

As a ceramic artist deeply immersed in the craft, I find immense joy in the meditative process of hand-building, which involves creating ceramic objects without the use of a pottery wheel. Instead, I rely on my hands, fingers, and a few simple tools.
This method establishes a more direct and tactile connection between the artist and the clay. I'm drawn to the imperfect and natural aesthetics of ceramic vases and sculptures, achievable through hand-building.
Captivated by the raw elegance, tactile texture, and muted color palette of bare clay, I strive to preserve these qualities by keeping a significant portion of my ceramics unglazed. My aim is to invite the viewer to engage in a sensory experience by physically interacting with the clay's surface in order to understand the essence of each piece.
My work holds a touch of my hand, reflected in its imperfect shape and the occasional fingerprints left on the clay body. It’s important to me that the audience feels the human hands that crafted the object.
I am in pursuit of creating work that is both aesthetic and natural-looking; I found traditional hand-building techniques to be the most suitable. This gives room for imperfection and improvisation. While shaping the clay with my hands, I follow the clay’s lead. The result is forms which are both organic and unpredictable forms giving each piece its own personality.
— Anna Shipulina

Availability and Lead Time

Each piece is crafted with meticulous attention to detail and quality. We strive to ensure that your unique finds are delivered to you safely and promptly. For available items, please allow up to 4-6 weeks. For custom items, please allow up to 8-10 weeks. We appreciate your patience as our skilled artists create your one-of-a-kind piece. 

Return Policy:

As each piece at Trove is unique and irreplaceable, we encourage our clients to carefully consider their purchases as we do not offer returns. Each item is accurately described in its listing ? We encourage you to review all product details and reach out to us with any questions prior to making your purchase to ensure it meets your expectations. 

Shipping Policy

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Custom Orders

We delight in facilitating custom pieces that perfectly suit your space and design aesthetic . To place a custom order, please contact our design team. We'll guide you through the process of selecting materials, sizes, and designs to make  your vision come to life.

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