Alexandra Howie
Alexandra Howie — 'Draped Bouquet' Sculptural Vase
$500
This medium-sized bouquet vase is a shape the artist cherishes, crafted from fine white stoneware clay and finished with a transparent glossy glaze. The sculpted surface elegantly mimics the look of fabric draped across its form, inspired by classical marble drapery. While the exterior features sporadic surface fissures—purely aesthetic and a natural result of the handmade process—they do not impact the vase's structural integrity or functionality. This piece stands out as one of the artist's favourites, perfect for showcasing beautiful blooms.
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Alexandra Howie is a ceramic artist based in Melbourne/Naarm. Alexandra uses clay as her primary medium—creating hand built, sculptural vases. She is driven by a fascination with the materiality of clay and its potential to evoke movement and mimicry. Her process is as much about intuition and spontaneity as it is about technical skill. In her latest pieces, she delves into themes of drapery, masking, and the nuances of perception, crafting functional vases that invite viewers to consider what is hidden and what is revealed. Alexandra showcased her work at the 1000 Vases exhibition during Paris Design Week in September 2024.
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Material: fine white stoneware, clear glossy glaze
Dimensions: approx. 24 x 27 x 27cm