Sinuoso Vase

Arts and materials

Alessandro Mendini and Maison Matisse selected master craftsman Alessio Sarri to create these three limited edition vases. 
Based in Florence since the 1970's, Alessio Sarri strives to create profoundly unique handcrafted pieces that resonate with their own particular vibrations. 

Representative of the ceramist's work, the Sinuoso earthenware vase is a feat of fine craftsmanship reflecting his perfect mastery of the colors selected by Alessandro Mendini.

The material selected was faience earthenware. Mixing a soft clay with a more porous clay, the earthenware used to create the Sinuoso vase is a light ceramic formed by casting. Once fired, it becomes a biscuit with a matte appearance. Firing at low temperature allows the material to be finally decorated with bright and colorful glazes.

Here, a palette of eight colors was developed entirely by Alessandro Mendini in collaboration with Maison Matisse, in addition to the existing white and black.

Each of the 3 vases in this series has its own shape with progressive dimensions, and features 6 of the 8 colors developed for the occasion. Fired separately with alternating shiny and opaque areas, the colors have a final finish in which the bright hues are showcased by matte black and white details. 

Eight kiln firings and thirty hours of work are necessary to make the Sinuoso vase.