MaterialOxidised brass and iron - the patina varies. DetailsSmall, height 20 cm, diameter 20 / 15 cmLarge, height 28 cm, diameter 30 / 30 cm Designed in 2002, Tage Andersen’s Foldevase has, in a remarkably short time, secured its place in the history of Danish craft and design as a modern classic. Whether placed upon a royal desk or within the intimacy of a private home, the Foldevase stands as a symbol of Tage Andersen’s visionary artistry — a seamless union of beauty, functionality and narrative. Since its debut, the Foldevase has become celebrated for its unique duality — both a functional vase and a sculptural artwork in its own right. With flowers, it elevates nature; without them, it remains an object of quiet elegance. No two Foldevaser are ever identical. Each vase is created individually in our workshop through a series of hand-finished processes, where materials, patination and techniques naturally vary over time. As a result, some vases appear lighter, others darker, occasionally with subtle green undertones — variations that are an essential part of their character and beauty. Owners of a Foldevase will notice how the vase continues to change over time. This natural transformation and evolving patina reflect one of the central themes in Tage Andersen’s work: the beauty and impermanence of all things, where age and decay become part of the object’s story. In this way, the Foldevase is more than a vessel for flowers. It is an enduring artistic statement — poetic, functional and deeply alive — embodying Tage Andersen’s singular ability to unite craftsmanship, nature and emotion within a single exquisite form.
