Product Description
Nankei Pottery: Cylinder Vase - Black
A raw, sculptural tribute to the earth.
The Cylinder Vase brings the quiet, grounded soul of the Japanese tea ceremony into the rest of your home. Using the same master-refined Kuro-neri (black clay) found in their cups and teapots, Nankei Pottery has created a vessel that honours the beauty of the unfinished.
This piece is fully unglazed, both inside and out. A minimalist object that doesn't just hold your botanicals—it complements them with the deep, matte charcoal texture of authentic Banko-yaki earth.
This vase showcases the organic, volcanic texture of iron-rich black clay. It is smooth yet tactile, absorbing light rather than reflecting it, creating a soft, sophisticated presence in any room. The cylinder form is a study in balance. Its clean, vertical lines make it a versatile centrepiece, fitting seamlessly onto a narrow windowsill, a minimalist mantel, or a bedside table.
The dark, matte finish of the clay provides a stunning contrast to the silver-greens of eucalyptus and other Australian natives.
Details
Made in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, Japan
Measurements: approx. 4cm (W) x 12cm (H)
Colour: Black clay.
Materials: Natural unglazed clay.
Finish: Unglazed exterior, unglazed interior.
As each piece is handcrafted vases may differ slightly from piece to piece.
Care: Hand wash only with mild and neutral detergent and soft sponge. Avoid abrasive scrubbers or harsh cleaners, as these can scratch the surface of the pottery.
About Nankei Pottery's unglazed cups and tablewares:
This product highlights the raw texture of the clay. While oil stains may occur more easily than on glazed items, they can typically be removed by applying a small amount of detergent and scrubbing with a brush.
Because these vases are unglazed and crafted from raw, mineral-rich earth, you may notice subtle orange blushes or tiny dark iron spots on the surface. These are not defects, but the natural mineral colours of the clay reacting to the high heat of the kiln. Each piece is a unique record of its firing, carrying the honest fingerprints of the Japanese landscape.
