Planter · Nerikomi

Hathi Elephant Nerikomi Ceramic Planter - Rust Rings

₹2,499Inclusive of all taxes
See it to scale
A standing elephant whose body opens into a pot, ringed in concentric rust and blue laid through the clay.
CeramicMaterial
NerikomiCraft
Hand washCare
12 cmHeight
Made in small runs

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Why it earns a place
  • Concentric rings that go through the wall, visible inside and underneath
  • Rust and blue: the earthiest of the four Hathi planters
  • Dark glazed interior that makes the pot read deep
  • A succulent, a desk tidy, or an ornament on its own

Last piece

Festive Sale: exchanges only, no returns.

Delivery and COD

  • Dispatched in 1 to 3 business days, delivery is free
  • Cash on delivery available on eligible orders, no fee

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A standing elephant whose body opens into a pot, ringed in concentric rust and blue laid through the clay.

Hathi is the elephant, and this one is a planter: a standing elephant whose back opens into a pot, ringed in concentric rust and blue. The rings are nerikomi, coloured clays laminated together before the piece was formed, so the pattern runs right through the wall rather than sitting on the surface. Turn it over and the pattern is on the foot too. The inside is glazed dark so the opening reads as depth. For a succulent, a few pens, or nothing at all.

Nerikomi: the pattern is built through the clay before the piece is formed, and every piece is cut by hand, so no two are identical.

To scale

Size of Hathi Elephant Nerikomi Ceramic Planter - Rust Rings 12 cm tall and 12 cm across. Drawn to scale next to an open hand, about 18 cm tall. The outline is generic, not the exact form. 12 cm (4.7 in) 12 cm (4.7 in)Open hand, about 18 cm

12 cm tall and 12 cm across.

Outline for scale, not the exact form

Dimensions
H 12 cm X Dia 12 cm
Material
Ceramic
Technique
Nerikomi: coloured clays layered and sliced so the pattern runs through the body
What is included
1 planter
Care
  • Hand wash with a soft sponge and mild soap
  • Not dishwasher safe
  • Avoid sudden changes in temperature
  • Avoid dropping or rough handling
  • Small variations in glaze and form are part of the handmade process

How it is made

The pattern is built into the clay

  • Coloured clays are layered and laminated before the piece is formed, so the pattern runs through the clay
  • Every piece is cut and formed by hand from that clay, so the banding is different on each one
  • A batch takes about two to three weeks, from layering the clay to the final firing

No two are identical.

Free delivery across India. We dispatch within 1 to 3 business days, and delivery takes another 3 to 7 business days. Cash on delivery is available on eligible orders.

Festive Sale: exchanges only, no returns.

Request a return within 7 days of delivery for unused items with tags and original packaging. Return pickup is free.

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The story

Rings you can see from the inside

Hathi is the elephant, and this one is a planter: a standing elephant whose back opens into a pot, ringed in concentric rust and blue. The rings are nerikomi, coloured clays laminated together before the piece was formed, so the pattern runs right through the wall rather than sitting on the surface. Turn it over and the pattern is on the foot too. The inside is glazed dark so the opening reads as depth. For a succulent, a few pens, or nothing at all.

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The craft behind the piece

Rings you can see from the inside

Hathi is the elephant, and this one is a planter: a standing elephant whose back opens into a pot, ringed in concentric rust and blue. The rings are nerikomi, coloured clays laminated together before the piece was formed, so the pattern runs right through the wall rather than sitting on the surface. Turn it over and the pattern is on the foot too. The inside is glazed dark so the opening reads as depth. For a succulent, a few pens, or nothing at all.

Hathi Elephant Nerikomi Ceramic Planter - Rust Rings by Modus & Mood

Mood match

One piece. Three moods.

Curator The planter becomes the reason that shelf gets rearranged again.
Social The planter stays in the corner everyone notices on the way in.
Sanctuary The planter stays close to the window through quieter afternoons.

FAQs

Is it dishwasher or microwave safe?

Our ceramics are microwave safe unless they have metal components attached to them. They are not dishwasher safe, so hand wash them with a soft sponge and mild soap.

Why does my piece look different from the photo?

Each piece is made and finished by hand, so glaze, pattern and shape vary a little from one piece to the next. That variation is part of the handmade process, not a flaw.

How do I stop it cracking?

Avoid sudden changes in temperature and handle it gently. Our journal guide to caring for handmade ceramics covers washing, stains and storage in more detail.

Can I use it for food and drink?

Yes. Our mugs, cups, plates, bowls and serving pieces are made for everyday food and drink. Planters, vases, figurines and hanging pieces are decorative and not meant for food.

What is nerikomi?

Nerikomi is a Japanese technique in which coloured clays are layered, pressed and sliced, so the pattern runs right through the clay rather than being painted on the surface. That is why no two pieces come out exactly alike.

How long does delivery take?

Orders are dispatched within 1 to 3 business days and then delivered in 3 to 7 business days. Orders placed after 2 PM IST are processed the next business day, and nothing is dispatched on weekends or public holidays.

Is delivery free, and where do you deliver?

Delivery is free on every order, with no minimum. We deliver to addresses in India only, and you can place the order from anywhere in the world.

Can I return it?

Festive Sale: exchanges only, no returns.

Yes, within 7 days of delivery, as long as it is unused and has its tags and original packaging. Request the return on our return request page. Return pickup is free.

Is cash on delivery available?

Yes, on eligible orders. We may call or WhatsApp you to confirm a cash on delivery order before it is dispatched.

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