Large Sculpted and Pierced Beige Vase
Handmade in Europe
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French HandicraftsHalfway between the plant and mineral worlds, this large sculpted vase by Diana Barbosa evokes bark and a leaf whose imprint has been preserved by the earth. Modeled using the traditional coil technique, it is sculpted from walnut leaves harvested in nature, then delicately perforated to allow light to pass through the material.
A ceramist since 2015, Diana Barbosa works with stoneware in both Portugal and France. Each vase is entirely handcrafted, then engraved, carved, and perforated through a slow process that reveals the full richness of the material. Layers of glazes, the interplay of oxides, and the contrast between unglazed and glazed clay highlight the forms and give each piece a unique depth.
Designed to serve as both a sculptural object and a vase, it can hold dried branches as well as fresh flowers, since it is glazed. Each vase is one-of-a-kind.
Diana Barbosa
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Handcrafted, each piece is unique, even when produced in small batches. Its subtle variations, lines, and slight irregularities reflect the artisan’s touch and the French and European craftsmanship that La Maison de Commerce celebrates.
The item you receive may therefore differ slightly from the one pictured: that is what makes it so beautiful and unique.
All of our items come with a certificate of authenticity issued by La Maison de Commerce.
