An exploration of everyday form, nostalgic familiarity, and the unexpected beauty of utilitarian objects.
Handcrafted in porcelain, this one-of-a-kind ceramic vessel features a striking combination of Satin Oribe and Mudcrack glazes. Deep blue-green tones mingle with earthy, mottled textures and lighter accents, creating a richly varied surface reminiscent of weathered metal, aged materials, and organic patina.
The Carton series draws inspiration from simple utilitarian forms—objects that feel immediately familiar yet resist precise identification. Suggestive of vintage flasks, industrial containers, and ordinary household vessels, the silhouette balances nostalgic recognition with contemporary sculptural simplicity.
Its clean, angular shape provides a compelling contrast to the expressive movement and intricate surface variations of the glazes. What might otherwise be overlooked as an everyday object becomes something worthy of contemplation and display.
Equally engaging as a standalone sculptural object or styled with a small arrangement of flowers, this ceramic vessel brings texture, color, and understated character to a shelf, tabletop, or curated collection.
Each Carton is individually handcrafted and glazed in my North Carolina studio, ensuring that no two pieces are exactly alike.
Details
Artist: Alissa Van Atta
Material: Porcelain
Glazes: Satin Oribe and Mudcrack
Approximate dimensions: 5.75" H × 3.5" W × 1.75" D
Inventory No.: C26.18
Original, handmade ceramic artwork
Price: $135
Flowers and photography props are not included.
An exploration of everyday form, nostalgic familiarity, and the unexpected beauty of utilitarian objects.
Handcrafted in porcelain, this one-of-a-kind ceramic vessel features a striking combination of Satin Oribe and Mudcrack glazes. Deep blue-green tones mingle with earthy, mottled textures and lighter accents, creating a richly varied surface reminiscent of weathered metal, aged materials, and organic patina.
The Carton series draws inspiration from simple utilitarian forms—objects that feel immediately familiar yet resist precise identification. Suggestive of vintage flasks, industrial containers, and ordinary household vessels, the silhouette balances nostalgic recognition with contemporary sculptural simplicity.
Its clean, angular shape provides a compelling contrast to the expressive movement and intricate surface variations of the glazes. What might otherwise be overlooked as an everyday object becomes something worthy of contemplation and display.
Equally engaging as a standalone sculptural object or styled with a small arrangement of flowers, this ceramic vessel brings texture, color, and understated character to a shelf, tabletop, or curated collection.
Each Carton is individually handcrafted and glazed in my North Carolina studio, ensuring that no two pieces are exactly alike.
Details
Artist: Alissa Van Atta
Material: Porcelain
Glazes: Satin Oribe and Mudcrack
Approximate dimensions: 5.75" H × 3.5" W × 1.75" D
Inventory No.: C26.18
Original, handmade ceramic artwork
Price: $135
Flowers and photography props are not included.
