Vase #2 by 高田 かえ Takada Kae

This small, tall, slim vase exemplifies Takada Kae’s elegant hand-built style. Its elongated form and gentle curves emphasize verticality, while subtle variations in tone and texture reveal the natural character of the clay. Perfect for a single stem or as a minimalist decorative accent, it adds refined, understated beauty to any space.

About the Artist

Takada Kae, born in 1971 in Nagoya, is a Japanese ceramic artist celebrated for her hand-built, organic forms. She studied product design at Nagoya Zokei University and trained in Seto before developing her distinctive approach to ceramics. Her work emphasizes the materiality of clay, embracing gentle irregularities and tactile textures that reflect the human touch, resulting in pieces that are both refined and quietly expressive.