This exceptional designer ceramic sculpture in white stoneware commands physical and spiritual presence through its intricate openwork structure and a mottled teal-turquoise glaze finish. Rising from a central bottle-shaped base that evokes ancient ritualistic vessels, the fine art piece extends outward through symmetrical lower handles and climbs into a complex architectural framework of stacked geometric loops and steps. The satin, textured finish interacts beautifully with light, casting subtle shadows through its hand-carved negative spaces. Designed as a modern talisman and sanctuary object, Heras masterfully anchors a sense of inner stillness within the clay, creating a timeless statement tailored for discerning art enthusiasts.
Earthy sculptures as spiritual tools—these one of a kind pieces are handmade meditations on balance and inner stillness. Inspired by imagined ancient cultures and sacred rituals, each sculpture becomes a talisman, a protector, or a miniature altar. The artist blends form and symbolism, creating objects for mindfulness, reflection, and refuge. These sculptures exist outside of time, channeling presence and mystery through clay.
Bring an authentic, museum-quality visual meditation into your home; securely purchase this original designer ceramic sculpture by Aniana Heras on our marketplace website.
Designer Ceramic Sculpture - Pond, 2025. From The Altars. By Aniana Heras
Pond, 2025
From The Altars Series
Glazed white stoneware
Dimensions: 15.3 H x 10.6 W x 5.5 D in.
Weigh: 2,15 kg
Aniana Heras is a Spanish ceramic sculptor based in Berlin. Born in the countryside of Sigüenza (Guadalajara, Spain) and trained in arts and design in Madrid and Barcelona, she spent over 15 years working as a digital designer before turning to clay in 2022. What began as an experiment quickly became a vital, physical and meditative practice—an anchor to presence and a way to reconnect with the material world.
Largely self-taught, Heras has developed a body of work that is both earthy and conceptually rich. Her handmade, one of a kind sculptures often arise from improvisation, guided by the act of making itself. Through her practice, she explores ideas of timelessness, balance, and contrast—tradition versus innovation, function versus form. Her pieces challenge both material and meaning, drawing inspiration from traditional Spanish pottery, contemporary sculpture, architecture, and design.
