Molten Glass Vase on Root Wood Base

Molten glass catches the light like still water, then falls into the ridges of a Gamal wood root base. This handmade glass vase from Indonesia is part vessel, part sculpture, made for a table, shelf or quiet corner that needs one natural focal point.

Where clear glass meets weathered root

• The glass has a pale aqua tint at the edges, giving the whole piece a cool, watery softness.
• Its lower rim follows the uneven shape of the root, so the vase looks as though it has settled there naturally.
• The wood brings rough grain, hollows and darker knots, a strong contrast to the smooth glass above it.
• It works beautifully as a terrarium-style jar, a sculptural vase, or a simple display vessel for dried stems.
• Small bubbles and light surface marks may appear in the glass, part of the handmade character rather than a fault.

Hand-shaped glass on Gamal wood

The piece is made from glass and Gamal wood, also known as Gliricidia sepium. While the glass is still warm, it is shaped over the contours of the root, allowing the base to guide the final line of the vessel.

That process means each piece varies slightly. The glass edge, the root shape and the way they meet will not be perfectly uniform, which is exactly where the charm sits.

Styling it at home

Place it where light can pass through the glass, near a window, on a console table, or at the centre of a low shelf. The clear blue tone feels especially at home with linen, stone, rattan, pale timber and organic-modern interiors.

Use it for a dry botanical arrangement, a minimal terrarium-style display, or leave it empty so the glass and root can carry the room on their own.

Care for glass and root wood

Wipe the glass gently with a soft cloth. Keep the wood base away from standing water and prolonged damp, and dry any spills straight away.

If you use it with plants or fresh stems, keep moisture contained in the glass and avoid letting wet soil, moss or water sit against the wood.

Bali craft, natural form

This style of molten glass on root wood is closely associated with Bali, where natural materials are often used in ways that keep their original movement visible. Rather than forcing the wood into a neat shape, the maker lets the root create the line. The result sits between craft and found object: a reminder that a useful vessel can still feel quiet, irregular and alive in the hand.

Size and details

The glass vase measures 23.5 x 17 x 16 cm. The wood stand measures 27 x 23 x 6 cm, and the whole piece weighs approximately 5300 g. Made from glass and Gamal wood in Indonesia.

A thoughtful house gift

A beautiful choice for someone who likes natural interiors, plant styling, or objects with an artisan feel. It suits housewarmings, wedding gifts and milestone birthdays, especially for someone who would rather receive one memorable piece than more everyday clutter.

Common questions

Will the piece look exactly like the photo?
No. The glass is shaped to the individual root base, so the outline, wood grain and natural hollows vary slightly from piece to piece.

Is it mainly decorative or practical?
It is both. It can be used as a vase or terrarium-style display vessel, but its sculptural shape also makes it strong enough visually to stand empty.