Ceramic artists and homeware from New Zealand
Vessel stocks domestic ware from New Zealand’s leading ceramic artists, artisans and small manufacturers. Every product has been chosen for its usefulness, quality and value. The emphasis is on studio ceramics for the kitchen, the table and around the home – complete sets as well as individual pieces. These are the contemporary handmade objects that will bring life and warmth into today’s stainless steel kitchen.
The homeware at Vessel includes the Esther Diamond range of prints on tea towels, cushions and bed linen by well-known and sought-after Hawkes Bay artists. Local graphic artist Sarah Maxey offers pillowcases and tea towels under her Nice Work label.
Handmade and designed objects from around the world
Our range of New Zealand-made items is complemented by a selection of handmade and designed objects from around the world.
From Scandinavia, a selection of essential designed goods – including Marimekko and Iittala (Finland), Ester & Eric candles and items from Menu and Essey (Denmark), Klippan (Sweden) and Rob Brandt (Netherlands).
Mats for the table and the floor are among the products we import from highly regarded New York industrial designer, Sandy Chilewich.
Vessel sells unique handmade jewellery and scarves by Parisian fabric artist Sophie Digard. Also from France – Nontron knives, that country's oldest pocket knives.
Vessel stocks a range of delicate pieces in sterling silver by Claudia Jaffé, a New Zealand–based jeweller from Venezuela. And from Brazil, a selection of resin bracelets, necklaces and rings by innovative artisan, Rezende Sobral.
From Milan – the desirable Moleskine notebooks and diaries.
Whether you’re buying for your own home, or selecting a gift for a special occasion, you’ll find much to delight and satisfy at Vessel.
