Japanese Studio Pottery Vase 1970s Wabi Sabi Ikebana Jar Zen Decor Handmade
A vase that whispers, not shouts. Made in Japan in the 1970s, this studio pottery vase embodies the wabi-sabi philosophy: quiet imperfection, presence, and grace. Its soft-shouldered form with inward neck recalls the persimmon jar, a shape rooted in centuries of Japanese ceramic tradition. Why this one is special. Hand-thrown Japanese studio pottery, c. Natural ash glaze with earthy ochre blushes and subtle irregularities. Surface alive with the potter’s hand: a thumbprint here, a ripple in the glaze, a kiln-scorched kiss of fire. Unsigned, as is common in Japanese practice – the work speaks louder than a name. Perfect for ikebana, incense, or simply as a meditative presence. Place it on a desk, windowsill, or quiet altar. Let your gaze settle on the curve of its shoulders, the cool grey clay, the warm blushes of glaze. It holds attention without grabbing it – a vessel of calm in a fast world. A gift with depth. For the designer who craves soul. For the seeker who values silence. For the friend who finds beauty in the unpolished. This vase is more than décor – it’s a contemplative object, a piece of slow magic. Type: Studio pottery vase / jar. Aesthetic: Wabi-sabi, Zen, Japanese studio pottery. Shape: Persimmon jar style with inward neck. Glaze: Natural ash glaze with earthy ochre blushes. Dimensions: 9 cm high approx. Signature: Unsigned (in line with tradition). Display: Suitable for ikebana, incense, or as standalone décor. No cracks or chips. Kiln effects and minor irregularities original to its handmade origin. Curated by Punks in Cardigans – Japanese vessels with presence, history, and calm.
Michael (Mick) Casson, OBE (British, 1925-2003) a large studio pottery vase
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