de Le Cuona | Shell Porcelain Vase – White

The Shell Porcelain Vase is a small sculptural object from de Le Cuona, finished in white. Porcelain suits this kind of piece well, because the material takes a soft, even surface and holds a form with a clean, pale quality that sits happily next to natural linens and plain plaster walls. It is the kind of accessory that works as an object in its own right, so it does not need flowers to justify its place, though a single stem sits well in it.

We have limited information to share, so we will stick to it. This is de Le Cuona product VAS14, a porcelain vase in white, with a shell-inspired form. We have not been given dimensions, weight, capacity or confirmation of whether it is glazed inside, and we do not want you to plan a shelf or table around a guess. Please ask us and we will confirm the height, the width at the widest point and whether it is watertight before you order.

We would place it on a console table in a hallway, on a mantelpiece among books and a candle, or on a bedside table where a small, calm object is better than clutter. It works well in a group of two or three white or off-white pieces of different heights, which is how we often style a shelf. Pair it with linen, pale oak, unglazed ceramics and a single dark object, such as a bronze dish, to give the white some contrast.

Practically, there is no assembly or fixing. Before you buy, measure the surface it is meant for and leave a little breathing room around it rather than crowding it. Porcelain is fragile, so we would keep it away from the edge of a table and out of reach of children and pets. To clean, wipe gently with a soft, dry or barely damp cloth, and avoid abrasive pads. If you plan to use fresh flowers, check first that it holds water, or use a glass liner inside.