The Waddle Paddle Vase

Waddle Paddle Vase

Sculptural Ceramic Vase | Ocean-Inspired Centerpiece | Functional Collectible Art

Product Overview

From land to sea — this sculptural vase tells the tender story of the mother sea turtle and her young, waddling from their sandy nest toward the water’s embrace.

A Tale of Clay, Migration & Motherhood

From the land to the sea — this sculptural vase tells the tender story of Siren, the mother sea turtle, and her young as they embark on their first swim. Waddling from their sandy nest toward the water’s embrace, they are met by the ocean with open arms — a symbolic migration from origin to destiny, from earth to sea.

Each Waddle Paddle Vase is hand-crafted from locally sourced African clay at our solar-powered studio on Clairvaux Estate in Robertson, South Africa, and finished in our signature Crystal Jade Crystal Glaze — a vivid turquoise surface layered with warm, earthen bursts reminiscent of tide-washed stone and sunlit coral.

Every turtle adorning the vase is individually sculpted and attached by hand, making this one of the most time-intensive creations in our Ocean Myths Collection. No two vases are ever alike, ensuring each one’s place as a rare, collectible work of functional art.

This sculptural vase brings movement, storytelling, and elegance to any interior — whether filled with flowers, styled as a stand-alone moment, or displayed as a show-stopping centrepiece.

Design Detail

Made to Be Loved

• Authentically South African – Designed, sculpted and glazed at Clairvaux Estate with intention and care.

• Story-Driven Design – A narrative piece celebrating maternal love, migration and transformation through oceanic myth.

• Functional Art – A vase that doubles as sculpture; perfect for floral arrangements or standalone styling.

• Sustainably Created – Produced in a solar-powered studio with locally sourced clay and glazes.

• Distinct in Character – Each turtle on the vase is hand-attached, making every piece a singular work of art.

Care & Authenticity

Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners.
Each Waddle Paddle Vase is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, verifying its origin at Clairvaux Estate and affirming its place in the Ocean Myths Collection.

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