Vase c. 1900

This vase was crafted by Carl Frederick Liisberg, though its precise date remains elusive. The deep blue glaze, flowing like water, immediately evokes the depths of the sea and the vastness of the sky. Blue, a color of both serenity and power, resonates deeply within our collective consciousness, carrying with it the weight of centuries. The vase's teardrop form is reminiscent of ancient amphorae and vessels, objects intended to both contain and communicate. Think of the Egyptian canopic jars preserving the organs of the deceased, each symbolizing renewal. The vessel as a symbol of containment evolved from holding sustenance to embodying spiritual capacity. Blue pigments historically were derived from lapis lazuli. This precious stone often symbolized royalty and divinity, so the vase transcends its functional role to become a totem. This striking color and shape engage us on a subconscious level. We are drawn to its calming yet profound presence. Thus, in Liisberg's vase, we see not just a container, but a modern echo of primordial forms and meanings. It is part of an endless cycle where symbols are reborn, proving that what is past is never truly gone.