A powerful Brutalist raku sculptural vase by celebrated Dutch ceramic artist Helene van Dongen, titled “Capricorne” and signed HvD to the base. Helene van Dongen is a celebrated ceramic artist known for her sculptural raku forms, bold geometric compositions, and distinctive Brutalist aesthetic.
The piece features a central pale raku‑fired disc framed by two matte black sculptural wings, creating a bold geometric composition with strong contrast and presence. The raku firing gives the central form its characteristic crackle and organic surface variation, while the wings introduce a grounded architectural weight. This works reflects van Dongen's committment to contrasts of texture, light and shadow, form and line.
There is visible glaze cracking and flaking around the joins where the wings meet the central body. These areas are not structural, but they can be seen — the close‑up image provided shows the most pronounced section. The piece remains stable and displays beautifully.
Maker: Helene van Dongen
Title/Mark: Capricorne — signed HvD
Material: Raku‑fired ceramic
Style: Brutalist / sculptural
Weight: 1.3 kg
Size: 22.5 cm wide × 20.5 cm high × 8 cm deep
Condition: Visible glaze cracking/flaking at joins (non‑structural). Otherwise good vintage condition.
PRODUCT CODE: D0668
Please note dimensions carefully as it is often difficult to judge sizes accurately from the images.
Note: All our items are vintage or pre-owned, so some signs of wear should be expected. Please read the description, view photos carefully, and feel free to ask any questions prior to purchase. We will always endeavour to note any imperfections, but the absence of this information does not imply that this item is free from defect. AI generated backgrounds are sometimes used for styling purposes.
A powerful Brutalist raku sculptural vase by celebrated Dutch ceramic artist Helene van Dongen, titled “Capricorne” and signed HvD to the base. Helene van Dongen is a celebrated ceramic artist known for her sculptural raku forms, bold geometric compositions, and distinctive Brutalist aesthetic.
The piece features a central pale raku‑fired disc framed by two matte black sculptural wings, creating a bold geometric composition with strong contrast and presence. The raku firing gives the central form its characteristic crackle and organic surface variation, while the wings introduce a grounded architectural weight. This works reflects van Dongen's committment to contrasts of texture, light and shadow, form and line.
There is visible glaze cracking and flaking around the joins where the wings meet the central body. These areas are not structural, but they can be seen — the close‑up image provided shows the most pronounced section. The piece remains stable and displays beautifully.
Maker: Helene van Dongen
Title/Mark: Capricorne — signed HvD
Material: Raku‑fired ceramic
Style: Brutalist / sculptural
Weight: 1.3 kg
Size: 22.5 cm wide × 20.5 cm high × 8 cm deep
Condition: Visible glaze cracking/flaking at joins (non‑structural). Otherwise good vintage condition.
PRODUCT CODE: D0668
Please note dimensions carefully as it is often difficult to judge sizes accurately from the images.
Note: All our items are vintage or pre-owned, so some signs of wear should be expected. Please read the description, view photos carefully, and feel free to ask any questions prior to purchase. We will always endeavour to note any imperfections, but the absence of this information does not imply that this item is free from defect. AI generated backgrounds are sometimes used for styling purposes.
