A striking, wheel-thrown studio pottery vase bearing the signature “Chong” at the base. The form is soft but grounded, with a wide rounded body tapering to a modest opening—perfectly proportioned for styling branches or standing alone as sculpture.
 
The glaze is a moody blend of rust, black, and smoke, with bold, gestural brushwork that feels both spontaneous and considered. It calls to mind raku or wood-fired techniques, with a finish that celebrates the unpredictable beauty of flame and ash.
 
This is a piece that brings quiet drama to a shelf, sideboard, or gallery wall vignette. Likely mid- to late-20th century, with roots in the American studio pottery movement—though further attribution could reveal more.
 
Details:
• Approx. 8.5" H x 6" W at widest point
• Signed simply, “Chong" at base
• Excellent condition, no chips or cracks
• One-of-a-kind studio pottery
• Style suggestions: wabi-sabi, Japandi, modern rustic, organic minimalism