Vase 1890 - 1900

This ceramic vase was produced by the Doulton Manufactory and presents an intriguing blend of natural forms and stylized design. The vase commands attention through its pronounced circular motifs, likely representing stylized flowers or shells. The strong, rounded shapes create a rhythmic pattern, which is offset by the vertical lines that ground the composition. The use of color—ranging from earthy browns and greens to patches of sky blue—infuses the piece with a dynamic tension, contrasting naturalistic tones with more abstracted hues. Structurally, the vase embodies a fascinating paradox. Its decorative elements suggest organic growth, yet the precise arrangement of these elements lends a geometric quality to the whole. This interplay between organic and geometric reflects the broader artistic currents in which artists were re-evaluating the relationship between nature and design. The vase doesn't just mimic nature; it interprets and restructures it through a lens of design.