Gobi Vases 3

That’s a great question! “Gobi Vases” typically refers to decorative vases, often in modern, rustic, or global-inspired styles, named after the Gobi Desert.

There appear to be a few main types or collections of Gobi Vases, depending on the designer or manufacturer:

1. Guaxs Gobi Vases (Mouth-blown Glass)

• Manufacturer: Guaxs (a German company).
• Material: Primarily mouth-blown, hand-cut glass.
• Aesthetic: Often features a refined, pleated, or textured surface.
• Colors: Available in various shades, such as Ocean Blue/Indigo, Smoke Grey, Indigo/Brown, etc.
• Craftsmanship: Emphasizes traditional craftsmanship, where each piece is uniquely blown and hand-cut, often showing slight variations in shape, size, and color.
• Inspiration: The design is inspired by elements of the Gobi Desert, such as the rocks, gravel, delicate sand, and traces drawn by the wind.
• Form: Available in different shapes like “Round,” “Tall,” and “High” vases.

2. Gobi Ceramic Vases

• Material: Typically, ceramic or grogged clay.
• Aesthetic: Often described as earthy and rustic, reminiscent of ancient Mediterranean or desert vessels.
• Finish: Can have a roughened exterior and an aged, mottled finish (like mottled tan or grey).
• Style: Blends well with Modern Desert, Mediterranean, Farmhouse, and Global decor styles.
• Form: Common shapes include oval or rounded bodies with wide openings.