Meissen: Hand axe series

Vase 30 cm

When white suddenly has depth

This MEISSEN 30 cm Vase from the Faustkeil Collection is quiet proof that a white vase can be anything but plain. It stands there as though it has just decided to be a small work of art – and frankly, it has a point. Made from fine white hard porcelain, handcrafted in Germany and designed by Maria Walther, it combines a softly rounded, almost organic silhouette with a distinctive relief around the upper section. The surface recalls traces in stone, movement and craftsmanship, inspired by the hand axe as one of the oldest tools in human history. With a height of 30 cm, a width of 19 cm and a depth of 13 cm, this Meissen vase brings real presence to a sideboard, dining table, console or windowsill. Its weight of 1.65 kg adds to its substantial feel, while the pure white porcelain catches the light gently and makes the textured surface appear different throughout the day.

A touch of prehistory, beautifully dressed

The Faustkeil Collection translates an archaic idea into contemporary porcelain design. It is not a literal reference, but an interpretation of texture, edges and the almost accidental traces of a worked material. That is exactly what gives this vase its charm: calm and clear, yet never flat or ordinary. The sculptural decoration forms a delicate band around the upper part, creating a refined contrast with the smooth, gently curved body below. With fresh flowers, single branches or large leaves, it becomes a natural focal point. Without anything inside, it remains a design object in its own right – useful for those days when the flowers have not quite made it home. The vase suits modern, minimal interiors as beautifully as classic living spaces where special decorative objects are allowed to speak softly.

MEISSEN: craftsmanship with a memory

The State Porcelain Manufactory Meissen has stood for exceptional porcelain quality since 1710. Its famous blue Crossed Swords mark is recognised worldwide as a symbol of authenticity, tradition and masterful production. The distinctive brilliance of Meissen porcelain begins with the material itself: pure kaolin from the manufactory’s own mine, combined with feldspar and quartz, creates the clarity and depth for which genuine Meissen porcelain is known. The production of the Faustkeil Collection requires great precision, as the relief surface must be carefully shaped and refined through several stages. The result is not an industrially smooth object, but a piece of porcelain craftsmanship where historical expertise and modern design come together with quiet confidence.

For flowers, light and that one empty corner

As a large white vase, this piece combines beautifully with other sizes from the Faustkeil Collection, creating a calm arrangement of different heights, light edges and surface textures. It also works wonderfully alongside other Meissen collections such as Cosmopolitan White, Cosmopolitan Blue Treasures, Vitruv Graphic Biscuit or selected mugs, bowls and home accessories from the manufactory. At LIVOSY, we choose objects that do more than decorate a room; they shape its atmosphere. This MEISSEN 30 cm vase does exactly that: porcelain, craftsmanship, design and a quiet hint of royal feeling – no crown, no drama, just lasting presence.