Cactus Paper Clay Vase

Cactus Paper Clay VaseHandcrafted with a composite of forms in varying cylindrical shapes and sizes, this charming vase by Italian ceramicist Paola Paronetto is both whimsical and sophisticated. Paper fibers mixed into clay give the piece its distinctive texture. Though designed as a vase, it does not need flowers to make a bold statement on a table, a shelf, or a mantel.

Both retro and modern at once

making it as handsome as it is functional

Petite golden tacks along the leather's vertical seam call attention to the rich vegetable-tanned hue as well as to the candleholder's sculptural shape

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it can easily accommodate letter-size paper as well

or using as an entryway catchall

The curves of the interior stem holder complement the precise straight lines of the exterior

forms the exterior of this luxurious box

a striking contrast to the pillow's blue ground

Chic enough to stand on its own as a sculptural objet

The candle captures the essence of fresh rose petals in full bloom

The diamond quilting of the padded interior adds to the luxuriousness of the sophisticated ivory leather