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Olio Vase No5

$559.00

Maker: Maha Alavi

Product Story

Born from the alchemy of molten metals, each OLIO Vase blends natural bronze, white bronze, and brass in forms that feel both ancient and otherworldly. Sculpted first by hand in clay or wax, every curve, fold, and crevice is preserved through direct casting, revealing a surface that celebrates imperfection and depth.

Each OLIO Vase stands alone as a statement object or can be collected as a constellation of contrasts. Together, they reflect the evolving spirit of the OLIO series—a celebration of material tension, craftsmanship, and circular design.

PLEASE NOTE: Items marked "In Stock and Ready to Ship" will be dispatched within 1-3 business days. Items that are not currently in stock have an estimated lead time of 8-10 weeks.
Colour: Textured Brass

Pickup available at 2090 Dundas Street West

Usually ready in 24 hours

Dimensions

Length: 3 inch
Width: 4.5 inch
Height: 9 inch
Materials & Construction

Cast from solid bronze or brass
Responsible Design

Crafted from scrap metals discarded during typical production, OLIO transforms waste into sculptural art, marrying raw texture with refined circular design. The name itself evokes the viscosity and sensuality of oil as the metals melt and mould themselves around one another, coming together to create dynamic, living forms that celebrate both contrast and unity. This body of work aims to marry circular design and high art.
Care Instructions

Note: Materials are not lacquered and will age and oxidize over time.
Shipping & Returns

This item is made-to-order with lead times being approximately 8-10 weeks.

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Carbon-neutral shipping on all orders
Colour: Textured Brass

meet the maker: Maha Alavi

Maha Alavi is a Toronto-based industrial designer. Her practice aims to explore context through connection and creation, informed by her prior training in philosophy and psychology.

Alavi takes inspiration from travel — the way daily rhythms shift throughout different global geographies. She is fascinated by the influence of objects on people and spaces, and construction of cultural archetypes through design. Alavi cites places like Berlin, Tokyo, and Singapore as major sources of inspiration for her work. Time spent in cities so connected to both industry and nature have created a sensibility that focuses on detail and balance, and nurtured an understanding of light and seasons eventually inspiring her first hardware series, CERCLE.

Through her unique lens Alavi transfigures both daily routines and unique experiences into exciting explorations of space and form. When designing, Alavi considers continuity in form and philosophy: the design must communicate its intent holistically and succinctly.

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