Each leaf-rimmed sculpture begins on the wheel, thrown with intention before being reshaped by hand into something that feels grown rather than made. Every curve and serration is formed individually, capturing the rhythm and movement found in nature’s edges.
These pieces are rooted in my connection to the forest — each one a fragment of that world where bark, lichen, and fallen leaves layer over time. The rims sit between the organic and the elemental, blurring the boundaries between plant and stone, between creation and erosion.
Specifications
Thrown in black stoneware and glazed in white gloss.
15.5 cm high x 36.5 cm wide
From Germany to Worldwide
Each piece is handmade in Germany and shipped worldwide with trusted carriers. Works are carefully packaged to withstand travel.
Processing Time
Delivery Estimates
Shipping Costs
Calculated at checkout by size, weight, and destination. Large or high-value works may need a custom quote.
International Orders
Non-EU shipments may incur duties, taxes, or fees (buyer’s responsibility—check local customs).
Tracking & Insurance
All orders include tracking (sent via email). High-value works are insured for their full purchase price.
Every piece is handmade, so small variations in glaze, texture, and form are part of its character — not faults. If your order arrives damaged, incorrect, or with a genuine defect, I’ll make it right with a replacement or refund.
Change-of-mind returns and custom pieces aren’t eligible – unless you're a EU buyer. EU buyers have a 14-day right to return for change-of-mind under consumer law, excluding custom-made or personalised works.
For full details on what’s covered, how to return an item, and refund timelines, please see my Return & Refund Policy.
Questions Before You Buy?
I’m happy to share extra photos, videos, or details so you can make your choice with confidence.
Please email me at: info@tomdarbydesign.com
Each piece is designed not only as a functional object but also as a work of art. Something to be lived with, admired, and cherished. Whether it is a vase dappled with morning light, casting gentle shadows across a room, or a centrepiece displayed in a gathering of friends...