Porta-incensos

The wheel-thrown weight of it feels really solid in the hand, and the divot keeps the stick perfectly upright without any wobble. It's a small thing, but every burn leaves the ashes neatly contained. Exactly what I needed.

Wheel-thrown and completely one of a kind, this holder catches the ash with a satisfyingly wide basin and the clay has that imperfect, handmade texture you can feel under your fingers. It’s become my favorite spot on the shelf, and the glaze has this subtle variation that makes it feel special every

The ash bowl is deep enough that I don’t have to worry about embers scattering on my desk, and the wheel-thrown rim feels nicely balanced. It’s a sturdy little piece that makes burning sticks feel a bit more ritualistic than just jamming them in a pot.