Known for his innovative use of crystalline glazes on his ceramics and decorative vases, ceramicist Milan Pekar works in an enigmatic, experimental style that results in artistic, modern and practical furniture and objects.
Born in 1980 in Prague, Pekar studied ceramics and porcelain at the city’s Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design (AAAD) and earned his MFA in 2006. He also studied at the University of Art and Design in Helsinki, Finland in 2005. Since 2011, Pekar has worked as an assistant professor in the studio of ceramics and porcelain at AAAD.
In 2009, Pekar established his studio — Milan Pekar Studio — in Prague. For the past several years, his work has focused primarily on the development of specialized crystalline glazes in which crystals grow in constellations and clusters on ceramic surfaces. Although the process is not new, Pekar’s forward-looking design sensibility and use of unique color combinations in his porcelain urns, candle holders and other decorative objects truly distinguishes his work in the very crowded field of ceramics.
In addition to his vases, Pekar creates ceramic furniture “shaped from soft extruded profiles.” Described as a cross between sculpture and furniture, Pekar’s collection includes his quirky ceramic floor lamps and table lamps and tube-like stools which can double as side tables. Pekar has also collaborated with several designers to create his cabinets and dry bars. These pieces include the exotic wood and ceramic mosaic Gradient cabinet, which he designed with cabinet maker Jakub Vávra, and the multicolored Cabinet of Curiosities, which was created with Vávra and painter Lucie Jindrák Skrivánkova.
Pekar’s works have been exhibited internationally at galleries and museums throughout Europe and Asia. His pieces are also included in public collections at the Museum of Decorative Arts, the Grassi Museum and the Museum of Decorative Arts.
On 1stDibs, find a range of Milan Pekar decorative objects, seating and tables.
Woven Stoneware Stool, Light Blue Glaze, by Milan Pekař and Tereza Sluková
By Milan Pekar
Located in Geneve, CH
Woven Stoneware Stool, Light Blue Glaze, by Milan Pekař and Tereza Sluková One of a Kind Dimensions: D 27 x H 42 cm Materials: Stoneware, light blue glaze. Woven Milan Pekař, Tereza...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Woven Stoneware Side Table by Milan Pekař and Tereza Sluková
By Milan Pekar
Located in Geneve, CH
Woven Stoneware Side Table by Milan Pekař and Tereza Sluková One of a Kind Dimensions: D 23 x H 55 cm Materials: Stoneware, blue glaze, pink glaze. Woven Milan Pekař, Tereza Sluková...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Woven Stoneware Side Table, Green Glaze, by Milan Pekař and Tereza Sluková
By Milan Pekar
Located in Geneve, CH
Woven Stoneware Side Table, Green Glaze, by Milan Pekař and Tereza Sluková One of a Kind Dimensions: D 30 x H 45 cm Materials: Stoneware, green glaze. Woven Milan Pekař, Tereza Sluk...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Tall Woven Stoneware Side Table by Milan Pekař and Tereza Sluková
By Milan Pekar
Located in Geneve, CH
Tall Woven Stoneware Side Table by Milan Pekař and Tereza Sluková One of a Kind Dimensions: D 23 x H 75 cm Materials: Stoneware, blue glaze, pink glaze. Woven Milan Pekař, Tereza Sl...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Woven Stoneware Side Table II, Green Glaze, by Milan Pekař and Tereza Sluková
By Milan Pekar
Located in Geneve, CH
Woven Stoneware Side Table II, Green Glaze, by Milan Pekař and Tereza Sluková One of a Kind Dimensions: D 36 x H 45 cm Materials: Stoneware, green glaze. Woven Milan Pekař, Tereza S...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Woven Stoneware and Mahogany Wood Side Table by Milan Pekař and Tereza Sluková
By Milan Pekar
Located in Geneve, CH
Woven Stoneware and Mahogany Wood Side Table by Milan Pekař and Tereza Sluková One of a Kind Dimensions: D 43 x W 43 x H 55 cm Materials: Stoneware, green glaze, mahogany top. Woven...
Ceramic, Stoneware
$1,257 / item
Site Table with Light by Milan Pekař
By Milan Pekar
Located in Geneve, CH
Site table with light by Milan Pekar Dimensions: 25 x 25 x 75 cm Materials: Ceramic, glaze handmade in the Czech Republic. Also available in di...
Ceramic
$3,705 / item
Side Table by Milan Pekař
By Milan Pekar
Located in Geneve, CH
Side table by Milan Pekar Dimensions: 35 x 42 x 56 cm Materials: Glaze, Clay handmade in the Czech Republic Established own studio August 2009 – Focus mainly on porcelain, developing own glazes. Mould makings, and Slip casting. Milan Pekar is an award-winning product designer. Assistant professor at Studio of Ceramics and Porcelain...
Clay
$4,234 / item
Vase on Table by Milan Pekař
By Milan Pekar
Located in Geneve, CH
Vase on table by Milan Pekar Dimensions: 33 x 42 x 74 cm Materials: Glaze, clay handmade in the Czech Republic Established own studio August 2009 – Focus mainly on porcelain, developing own glazes. Mould makings, and Slip casting. Milan Pekar is an award-winning product designer. Assistant professor at Studio of Ceramics and Porcelain...
Clay
Mango Wood Pedestal or Side Table Burnt Finish
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This mango wood pedestal was burnt multiple times and the finished with a clear coat to achieve its color. A strong and robust pedestal that is both beautiful on its own or displaying sculptures, vases or other items...
Teak
$5,293
H 13.78 in Dm 15.75 in
Contemporary Ceramic Facetated Side Table Column Stool Unglazed Stoneware
By Xavier Mañosa, Apparatu
Located in Rubi, Catalunya
Handmade earthenware facetated side table manufactured at the workshop of Apparatu in Barcelona. Different clay bodys are mixed with natural fibers like corn, straw, or heather straw...
Ceramic, Earthenware
$836 / item
H 17.33 in W 9.85 in D 15.75 in
21st Century Concrete Contemporary Stool & Side Table, Light Grey Cement Color
By Gaia Rebecchini, Laura Mochi Onori, Lorenzo Rebecchini
Located in Rome, Lazio
The Tadao line, created in homage to the famous architect with whom we share a Minimalist approach and the creative use of the material, is the perfect synthesis of our philosophy: o...
Concrete
$4,790 / item
H 19.69 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Eclipse Stool in Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Eclipse stool...
Brass
Pair of Side Tables Black Metal Frame and Ceramic Tops by Dalo
By Dalo
Located in Paris, FR
One of a kind Pair of gueridons / side tables with removable black enamel faces ceramic tops by Dalo (on black metal feet by French designer Quentin Aimable.)
Ceramic
Coastal Vibe Cypress Wood Cube Side Table 15" by Alabama Sawyer
By Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
The Hyo Table in its warm, neutral color is beautiful Southern cypress wood cube side table that exudes understated elegance. This wood cube side table is crafted from sturdy cypress...
Wood, Cypress
Sculptural Side Table Crafted from Solid Mango Wood
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully sculptural round side table with clear coated finish. Its neutral pigment and wood texture makes it perfect for any space. Carved from a solid trunk of mango wood, the ...
Wood, Fruitwood
$2,300 / item
H 36 in W 12 in D 13 in
Handmade Modern Pedestal Table By Peter Harrison. Metal Concrete and Wood
By Peter Harrison
Located in Middle Grove, NY
The Torus pedestal tabletop joins to its base with a unique aluminum joint. Precision milled out of a solid chunk of metal, this joinery structurally supports the top while providing...
Concrete, Aluminum, Stainless Steel
$641 / item
H 19.1 in W 20.48 in D 14.57 in
Electric Blue Space Side Table / Stool by Squares & Things
By squares & things
Located in London, London
Maddy, the founder of squares & things was inspired by the Space Age and the sweeping architecture of Oscar Neimeyer's buildings for her second collection of furniture - SPACE Collec...
Wood
Sculptural Round Side Table Mango Wood, Modern Organic
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully sculptural round side table. The table's neutral pigment makes it perfect for any space. It was crafted from a solid block of...
Wood, Fruitwood
Taz-M Contemporary Brass Marble Side Table by Jonathan Amar
By Jonathan Amar
Located in Paris, FR
A customizable guéridon side table designed with a marble tabletop and a marble base. Different heights and dimensions allow for various nesting layout possibilities. Price is per ...
Marble, Brass
Sculptural Side Table Mango Wood Sanded Finish
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This wonderfully sculptural round side table features a ribbed pattern along its sides. The table's neutral pigment makes it perfect for any space. A uniquely sculptural and versatil...
Wood, Fruitwood