The Korean moon vase is an ancient ceramic form, newly voiced in handmade stoneware by Brooker Ceramics. Copper crystals drift across the black surface, catching light in unexpected ways. This is a piece made for the table that refuses to stay there. It earns its place on display with equal confidence. Functional vessel meets sculptural object. No two are alike. You're bringing home a centuries-old form, remade by hand, for your space.
Form & Character
The moon vase draws from Korean ceramic tradition, named for its rounded, contemplative form that evokes the full moon rising. Here, that sphere is translated into stoneware, thrown by hand with careful intention. The copper crystal surface plays across the bulbous body, shifting as light moves around it. This isn't delicate. It has weight, presence, the kind of form that anchors a room without demanding noise. Hold it, and you feel the thickness in the walls, the deliberate craftsmanship beneath every curve. It's a vase that carries its history in its shape.
Made for the Table. Built for Display.
Pour water into it for flowers, and it transforms your table into something more considered. The copper crystal catches candlelight. Your guests notice it without it trying. But this vase doesn't live at the table. Move it to a shelf, to a windowsill, and it holds the room differently. No flowers needed. It becomes pure form. The kind of piece that earns its place in your home through presence alone. Whether it holds blooms or stands empty, whether it's surrounded by place settings or solitude, this Korean moon vase works both sides of that line without apology.
Handcrafted in Oxfordshire
Every one of these vases is thrown by hand in Brooker Ceramics' Oxfordshire studio. The maker shapes the stoneware, building the walls, creating the form that suggests moonlight. The firing brings the transformation. Copper oxides interact with clay, revealing the crystal surface. Each firing is unique. The kiln doesn't repeat itself. Which is why no two Korean moon vases are exactly the same. You're not buying a mass-produced object. You're acquiring a single act of making. A moment when a person and clay and fire met. The variations in colour and surface are proof of that encounter.
Quality & Care
The surface is fully waterproof and food-safe. Fired to high temperature, the stoneware becomes dense and naturally chip-resistant. Built to handle daily life. Fill it with water for flowers without concern. You can live with this piece. Hand-wash it to preserve the finish and keep the surface bright through years of use. The copper crystals and black won't fade. This isn't decorative ware that must be hidden away. It's made for the table, for real use, for becoming part of your home.
About Brooker Ceramics
Brooker Ceramics is a handcrafted ceramics studio in Oxfordshire, making functional ware and sculptural pieces that live in real homes. The work balances utility and beauty. Objects designed to be used, made to last, finished with intention. Over 25,000 people follow the work online, watching the making process unfold. The studio believes in transparency: every piece tells the story of how it was made. No compromise on craft. Every vase, every bowl, every sculptural form carries the hand of the maker and the voice of the studio.
Handmade, so there may be variations in shape and glaze.
Refund policyOur refund and returns policy lasts 30 days. If 30 days have passed since your purchase, we are unable to offer a full refund or exchange.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused, in the same condition you received it, and in its original packaging. A receipt or proof of purchase is required for all returns. Please do not send your purchase back to Country living; instead, follow the steps below to return your item to Brooker Ceramics.
Several types of goods are exempt from being returned:
- Perishable items such as plants, food, and flowers.
- Gift cards, downloadable software, some health and personal care items, and intimate or sanitary goods.
- Hazardous materials or items containing flammable liquids or gases.
Returns for Ceramics
- Ceramics are eligible for return within 30 days of purchase.
- Returned ceramics must be unused and in the same condition in which you received them, including their original packaging.
- To initiate a return, please contact us via email at hello@earthandclay.co.uk for instructions. Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.
- Once we receive and inspect the returned item, we will notify you via email of the approval or rejection of your refund. If approved, your refund will be processed, and a credit will be applied to your original method of payment within a certain amount of days.
Partial Refunds
In certain situations, only partial refunds may be granted. This may apply to:
- Any item not in its original condition, is damaged, or missing parts for reasons not due to our error.
- Any item returned more than 30 days after delivery.
Sale Items
Only regular-priced items may be refunded. Sale items are non-refundable.
Exchanges
We replace items only if they are defective or damaged. If you need to exchange an item for the same one, please contact us at hello@earthandclay.co.uk and we will provide a return address.
Gifts
If the item was marked as a gift when purchased and shipped directly to you, you will receive a gift credit for the return value. Once the returned item is received, a gift certificate will be mailed to you.
If the item wasn’t marked as a gift at the time of purchase, or if the gift giver had the item shipped to themselves, we will send the refund to the gift giver.
Shipping Returns
Please contact us at hello@earthandclay.co.uk and we will provide a return address. Shipping costs for returns are the customer’s responsibility and are non-refundable. If a refund is issued, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from the refund amount.
For higher-value items, we recommend using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance, as we cannot guarantee receipt of your returned item.
Late or Missing Refunds
If you have not received your refund within the expected timeframe, please:
- Check your bank account.
- Contact your credit card company, as there may be a delay in processing.
- Contact your bank, as processing times may vary.
If you have completed these steps and still have not received your refund, please contact us at hello@earthandclay.co.uk.
Need Help?
Contact us at hello@earthandclay.co.uk for any questions related to refunds and returns. Thank you for supporting Brooker Ceramics and Plants!