Product Description
Nankei Pottery: Cylinder Vase - Sand
An organic breath of warmth for the modern home.
The Cylinder Vase in Sand brings the serene, textural beauty of a Japanese riverbed into your living space. Crafted by the master potters of Nankei, this vessel utilises their signature Suna-neri (sand-toned) clay—a material celebrated for its raw, granular feel and soft, neutral hue.
This piece is fully unglazed, both inside and out. It is a quiet, meditative object that celebrates the living nature of ceramic, offering a grounded stage for your favourite botanicals.
Because the clay is unglazed, it will catch the light in a soft, diffused way. Over time, the vase may develop a subtle patina, deepening in character as it ages gracefully. The straight-walled cylinder silhouette allows the focus to remain on the natural variations of the clay and the structure of the plants it holds.
This petite vase is designed for subtle, intentional accents. The soft, neutral sand palette provides a grounding backdrop for a single wildflower, a delicate sprig of eucalyptus, or a small dried stem. It is the ideal size to bring a breath of nature to your desk, bedside table, or a quiet bookshelf nook.
Details
Made in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, Japan
Measurements: approx. 4cm (W) x 12cm (H).
Colour: Sand 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.
