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A vase is one of the oldest objects in human domestic life. The form has not changed because it does not need to. What changes is the material and the hands that shaped it. Nimmit’s handcrafted vases are made by potters and metalworkers who bring distinct craft traditions to a form that has been part of Indian homes for thousands of years.
Handcrafted Vases: Three Materials, One Considered Collection
Stone Pottery Vases: Weight and Permanence
The Ajita Ivory Stone Pottery Vase, Aleem Black Stone Pottery Vase, and Krishnima Black Stone Pottery Vase are made by potters working with stoneware clay. Stone pottery is denser and heavier than terracotta, fired at higher temperatures to produce a surface of quiet depth. These vases hold water well and can be used with fresh flowers. As standalone decorative objects without anything in them, they have a presence that demands no further justification.
Terracotta Vases: Earth in Form
The Krush Black Terracotta Pottery Vase is made from fired terracotta, one of India’s oldest and most continuous material traditions. Terracotta is porous, which means it breathes slightly and develops a gentle patina over time. It is beautiful as a standalone object. For use with fresh flowers, use a glass liner to protect the unglazed interior.
Hand-Chiselled Aluminium Vase: Surface as Craft
The Shyla Silver Gray Hand Chiselled Aluminium Vase is made by a metalworker whose craft is surface texturing. Every mark on this vase’s exterior is made by hand with a chisel, producing a faceted, light-catching surface that reads very differently from cast or pressed aluminium. In a room, it catches light in a way that ceramic cannot.
Handcrafted Vases as Gifts: Objects Worth Giving
A handcrafted vase is one of the most enduring and universally appreciated home gifts. Beautiful with flowers, beautiful without. Each of the five pieces in this collection is made by an artisan in a specific material tradition. Browse the collection above and find the one that belongs in your home or someone else’s. We ship globally.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Can I use Nimmit's stone pottery vases with fresh flowers and water?
Yes. Stone pottery is fired at high temperatures and is non-porous, making it suitable for use with water. Wipe the exterior clean periodically and ensure the vase drains fully before storing.
Q2: Do terracotta vases need special care for flower use?
Terracotta is porous and can absorb water over time. For regular use with fresh flowers, we recommend using a glass liner inside the terracotta vase to protect the unglazed interior and prevent water seepage.
Q3: What is hand-chiselled aluminium and how is it made?
The Shyla Silver Gray vase is made by a metalworker who uses a chisel to texture the aluminium surface by hand, one mark at a time. The resulting faceted surface catches light differently from all angles and is entirely the product of the artisan’s hand, not a machine process.
Q4: Are Nimmit's vases suitable as gifts?
A handcrafted vase is one of the most enduring home gifts. Beautiful on its own or with flowers, made by an artisan, and designed to last years rather than seasons. We ship globally with multi-currency checkout.