CERAMIC editions
Butterfly
handblown glass, Czechia / raku ceramic, Germany / hand turned wood, FinlandThe Butterfly Stacking Vessel is a harmonious blend of handblown glass, Raku-fired ceramic, and hand-turned wood, each element crafted by skilled artisans across Europe. Designed in 2016, this piece exemplifies Utopia & Utility's commitment to combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design.
Each Butterfly vessel can be disassembled into its three components—a glass vase, a ceramic bowl, and a wooden bowl—offering versatility in function and display. Standing approximately 28 cm tall with a diameter of 20 cm, the dimensions may vary slightly due to the handmade nature of the materials.
As part of Utopia & Utility's permanent collection, the Butterfly Stacking Vessel embodies the brand's philosophy of uniting utility and beauty, making it a distinctive addition to any space.
Designed and prototyped in 2016.
Permanent collection.
H. 28cm dia. 20cm
Dimensions are approximate, due to the handmade nature of the materials.
The materials come to our warehouse in Germany where they are fitted and assembled.
Raku Process
IIt starts on the wheel
The Butterfly bowl is made from earthenware clay, turned on a wheel into a bowl shape with a rim .
Precision is important as the ceramic has to fit the glass.
Glaze
The bowls are glazed by splashing the mixture over the upside down bowl. Excess is cleaned with a sponge and the glazed pieces are put inside a gas heated kiln.
From the kiln (+900°C) they go straight inside the oak wood chips
Revelation
When the pieces come out from the chips the smoke has coloured them black and the beautiful cracks have appeared on the surface of the glaze.