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Studio Vase by Valentina Modig-Manuel – Finland, 1968
Studio Vase by Valentina Modig-Manuel – Finland, 1968
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A rare handthrown ceramic vase by Valentina Modig-Manuel, dated and signed 1968. Crafted in rugged stoneware and finished with a layered matte glaze in deep turquoise, blue, and black, the surface has a quietly expressive texture and a strong mid-century presence. The black rim gives it just the right edge.
This is a true studio piece — made, signed, and fired by the artist herself — and examples of Modig-Manuel’s later work don’t appear on the market often. A timeless object with real character.
Use it as a sculptural vase or let it stand alone — either way, it brings bold form and a touch of Finnish ceramic history to the space.
✦ Height 17 cm, Ø 11 cm
✦ Stoneware with matte glaze
✦ Signed and dated
✦ Artist-made studio piece
✦ Period: 1968
✦ Made in Finland
✦ Excellent vintage condition – no chips or cracks, light wear from age
NOTE ON THE ARTIST – Valentina Modig-Manuel (1907–2005) was a pioneering Finnish ceramic artist who co-founded Studio Keramos in 1937 — the country’s first independent ceramics studio. That same year, she received a bronze medal at the Paris World’s Fair. Modig-Manuel had previously worked for Kera and Kupittaan Savi, eventually becoming artistic director at Kera. Her work bridges early modern Finnish craft and expressive post-war studio ceramics.
SHIPPING & FREE PICK-UP
SHIPPING & FREE PICK-UP
SHIPPING ✦ We ship anywhere in Finland. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on your delivery method, location, and payment option. We aim to get your order out by the next working day. If things get a little busy on our end, give us 3–4 business days just in case. We also ship internationally whenever possible. Read more about domestic and international shipping.
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CONDITION & DETAILS
CONDITION & DETAILS
All our pieces are pre-loved — some contemporary, most vintage — and sold in their current condition including any signs of age or use, like patina, wear, fading, or minor flaws. Many vintage items also carry production marks from the manufacturing methods of their time. These details are very much a guarantee of authenticity, adding to the warmth and character of pieces with history.
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SKU:HD072
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