What's This Vase Made Of?
Today I would like to talk about the different materials that vases are made out of. Vases from around the world are made of several kinds of materials, some are more expensive and sought after due to the difficulty of there production or of the rarity of the material itself. Vases can be made of woods, earth, metals, crystals, and glass, so lets take a look at these in detail.
Wooden Vases :
Wood is used a lot in SE Asian country’s especially bamboo. They come in many shapes and sizes and are usually have a generous layer of lacquer applied to give it a nice sheen or glow, this also has the additional benefit of protecting the wood from the environment. They are sturdy and can be quite elegant, I love large floor vases made of bamboo for instance.
Glass Vases :
Are great for holding flowers and are usually transparent or translucent which is nice if you would like to showcase other materials with the flowers like river stones, or beads, etc… Hand blown glass vases can also come with lovely intricate designs blown into them by the artist and can be transformed into pure works of art.
Crystal Vases :
Crystal vases usually come with etchings and designs, they can catch the light in wondrous ways bending it and casting the beams throughout a room, these are also perfect for showcasing flowers.
Metal Vases :
Metal vases can be quite expensive due to the level of craftsmanship involved in producing them, also the materials can be pricey as well. They can come embossed with intricate designs and are very sturdy and forgiving if an accident should happen.
Clay Vases :
These are the oldest forms of vases and yet are still made widely today. Clay vases have a very earthy feel to them. You can find them a lot of times glazed and painted. They are able to lend a rustic feel to any space.
Ceramic Vases :
Ceramic vases are famous for their elegance. Whenever you hear about a vase selling for tens of millions of dollars it usually the case it is Chinese ceramic. The true treasure of a collector, ceramic is made of non-metallic materials that have been fired in extreme temperatures then cooled.
