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Terra Vessel no.1, One
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Hand built by New York-based artist Ilona Golovina, Terra Vessel is a one-of-a-kind ceramic sculpture that speaks to the rawness of time and erosion. Using traditional coiling techniques and earth-inspired finishes, Golovina constructs a form that feels both ancient and strikingly contemporary.
The vessel’s surface is richly textured, echoing oxidized earth and geological decay. Rust tones merge into pale, bone-like surfaces, while a dramatic rupture breaks the silhouette open, inviting contemplation on fragility, transformation, and what is left behind. The torn form functions as both scar and portal—revealing a partially glazed, crackled interior that contrasts the scorched exterior.
Rooted in wabi-sabi philosophy and informed by Golovina’s practice of embedding landscapes into her work, Terra Vessel is a meditative artifact—part relic, part imagined future ruin. It stands as a metaphor for the human condition: weathered, imperfect, resilient.
Signed by the artist.
- Creator:Ilona Golovina (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Diameter: 17 in (43.18 cm)
- Style:Arts and Crafts (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Ceramic,Clay,Earthenware,Porcelain,Stoneware,Brushed,Burnished,Fired,Glazed,Hand-Carved,Other,Stained,Unglazed
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- Date of Manufacture:2025
- Production Type:New & Custom(One of a Kind)
- Estimated Production Time:Available Now
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- Seller Location:Brooklyn, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU7278245413172
Ilona Golovina
Ilona Golovina, originally from Stavropol, Russia (1987), is a Brooklyn-based ceramic artist known for her approach to texture, form, and structure.
Self-taught in ceramics, Ilona’s work is rooted in traditional vessel shapes but pushes boundaries through experimental textures, unique clay combinations, and forms that seem to defy gravity. She often incorporates found materials—like broken glass and metal collected from the streets, creating visually striking effects. This process not only enhances the aesthetic of her work but also reflects her commitment to recycling and repurposing materials.
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