A round, sculptural ceramic vase shaped like a plump little cactus and glazed in a soft olive green, sold as a single piece in three sizes. Its smooth, ribbed silhouette holds dried, preserved, or fresh stems on a shelf, mantel, or console, adding a quiet, playful calm to a room without competing with what surrounds it.
Why we chose it
- Fired ceramic — a smooth ceramic body that feels calm and settled on a shelf or table.
- Round cactus form — a plump, ribbed silhouette that reads as a soft little cactus, an object in its own right.
- Three sizes — choose Small, Medium, or Large to suit a compact nook or a fuller, more prominent display.
- Sold singly — one vase per order, easy to group into a pair or trio or to stand alone.
- Soft olive-green glaze — a gently playful pop of green that still settles into Scandinavian, Japandi, and modern-minimalist rooms.
- Dried or fresh stems — a quiet vessel for dried grasses, preserved botanicals, a single seasonal branch, or a few fresh cuttings in a slim inner vessel.
Design story
Nordic design has always trusted the quiet object — a single, well-shaped form that earns its place by doing very little. This vase follows that instinct with a gently playful twist: a rounded, ribbed body that looks like a small ceramic cactus. In a Japandi or modern-minimalist room, it holds a corner of stillness, whether it stands empty as pure shape or cradles a few dried stems.
Materials & details
Each vase is made from fired ceramic, shaped into a smooth, round cactus-like form and finished in a soft olive-green glaze as a single decorative piece. The three sizes share the same character, so a Small, Medium, and Large can be grouped together or placed apart. Because ceramic is finished piece by piece, small differences in tone and surface are natural and part of its character.
How to style it
Living room
Set the vase on a console, sideboard, or open shelf with a few dried stems, then let a stack of books and a small dish keep it company for an unhurried, collected vignette.
Entryway
Place it on a narrow entry table beside a tray and a bowl for keys, where its round cactus shape makes a calm, characterful first impression.
Bedroom
Rest it on a nightstand or dresser with a few soft stems, where its round cactus shape adds a calm, characterful accent by the bed.
Home office
Stand it on a desk or a nearby shelf with a single preserved branch to soften the workspace and give the eye a quiet place to rest.
Care & maintenance
Dust with a soft, dry cloth, and wipe gently with a slightly damp cloth if needed, drying afterward. Keep the vase clear of hard knocks and sudden temperature changes, as with any ceramic. If you display fresh stems, use a slim inner vessel to hold the water and protect the surface.
Pairs beautifully with
- Dried pampas, bunny tails, or preserved eucalyptus
- A second cactus vase in another size for a layered set
- A neutral linen table runner or woven placemat
- A stack of art or design books
- A small ceramic or brass trinket dish
Specifications
- Material: fired ceramic
- Color: olive green (glossy glaze)
- Type: round cactus-shaped decorative flower vase for tabletops and shelves
- Options: three sizes — Small, Medium, or Large
- Size: Small 9.5 × 13.5 cm (3.7 × 5.3 in); Medium 12.6 × 18.5 cm (5.0 × 7.3 in); Large 16.5 × 22.5 cm (6.5 × 8.9 in), height × width
- In the box: one vase (stems and flowers not included)
- Free worldwide shipping
Dimensions
- Small: 9.5 cm (3.7 in) tall × 13.5 cm (5.3 in) wide
- Medium: 12.6 cm (5.0 in) tall × 18.5 cm (7.3 in) wide
- Large: 16.5 cm (6.5 in) tall × 22.5 cm (8.9 in) wide
- Please allow slight variation between pieces
Frequently asked questions
What is it made of?
The vase is made from fired ceramic, shaped into a smooth, round cactus-like Nordic form and finished as a single decorative piece.
What sizes does it come in?
It comes in three sizes: Small at 9.5 × 13.5 cm (3.7 × 5.3 in), Medium at 12.6 × 18.5 cm (5.0 × 7.3 in), and Large at 16.5 × 22.5 cm (6.5 × 8.9 in), given as height × width. Please allow slight variation between pieces.
How is it sold, and can it hold flowers?
Each order is for a single vase. It is made for dried or preserved stems; if you would like to use fresh stems with water, we suggest a slim inner vessel to hold the water and protect the surface.
Which rooms does it suit?
Its calm, round cactus shape suits a living room shelf or console, an entry table, a bedroom dresser, or a desk, and it settles easily into Scandinavian, Japandi, and modern-minimalist rooms.
Does it come in different colors, and are flowers included?
It is offered in three sizes rather than separate colors, and flowers and stems are not included, so you can style it with your own dried or preserved botanicals.
What about shipping and returns?
We offer free worldwide shipping and a 30-day return policy.
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