Signed Studio Pot in Volcanic Glaze – Finland, 1970's

A wild little landscape in ceramic form. This signed studio piece has a flared, organic form with abstract glazing in earthy tones — glossy pale pistachio melting into ochre and dark clay. The surface is lightly textured, and the transitions between glaze and bare clay feel intuitive, almost geological.

Signed “SN” on the base, this piece was likely made in Finland in the 1970's. While the maker remains unverified, the strong form and expressive glazing reflect the Nordic studio pottery tradition, where the line between utility and sculpture is blurred. It’s a piece with presence — confident, earthy, and quietly poetic.

Use it as a planter, a holder for utensils, or a bold accent on a shelf. A one-of-a-kind object that speaks for itself.

✦ Height 10 cm, Ø 12 cm
✦ Stoneware with layered glaze
✦ Signed “SN” (unverified maker)
✦ Period: 1970's
✦ Origin: Likely Finland
✦ Excellent vintage condition – no chips or cracks

NOTE ON STUDIO POTTERY - Studio ceramics emerged as a counter-movement to industrial production, emphasising unique, handcrafted forms. In Finland, the 1960's–70's saw a wave of small-batch pottery studios inspired by modernism and Japanese aesthetics. These pieces often carry only a maker’s mark or initials — part of the charm and mystery of collecting one-off ceramic works.