JAPAN COLLECTION
Pear Green Calico Aster
Description
I never thought I'd be the type to lose sleep over what to hang on a wall, but there I was, at 3 AM, locked in a staring contest with a ceramic flower that looked like it had been plucked from the garden of an indecisive Martian. This wasn't just any wall art decor; it was a conversation piece that practically begged, "Ask me about my identity crisis!" The flower in question was a verdant wonder with tips glazed a rich brown, as if it couldn't decide whether to be a plant or a chocolate-dipped confection. It was the kind of modern artwork that made you wonder if you'd accidentally stumbled into a gallery opening or a botanist's fever dream.
My brother, ever the pragmatist, asked, "Don't you think it's a bit... conflicted?" I snorted. "darling, when has 'emotional stability' ever been a prerequisite for great art?" As I hung it on the wall, I couldn't help but feel a surge of triumph. Here I was, a man who once thought fine art was a framed poster of dogs playing poker, now the proud owner of a ceramic flower that could probably spark a philosophical debate about the nature of reality. It was perplexing, it was bold, and it was absolutely perfect.
"You know," I told him, "some people might say it's just a confused succulent. But to me, it's a masterpiece. A green and brown masterpiece that says, 'I'm not afraid to let my walls look like they're hosting an extraterrestrial garden party.'" And really, isn't that what great art is all about?
Product Detail:
- Material: Ceramic
- Glaze finish: Glossy
- Mounting: Keyhole for Wall Hanging
- Packaging:
- Glaze Variation: Natural variation between pieces
- Year Designed: 2020
Wall hanging
- Choose your spot — works on drywall, plaster, or wood panelling.
- Hammer a small nail at a slight upward angle (about 30°).
- Slide the keyhole slot on the reverse onto the nail head.
- Adjust to level. Rests flat with no visible hardware.
Table & shelf display: Equally beautiful propped on a shelf, mantle, or side table. Pair with books, candles, or a small pot.
- Dust with a soft dry cloth or soft-bristled brush. Do not use wet cloths or liquid cleaners.
- Keep away from direct moisture, steam, and outdoor conditions. Indoor display only.
- Handle by the base or stem — avoid pressure on individual petals.
- If storing, return to original gift box with foam insert for protection.
Shipping
- Free shipping: Orders $200+ within the US
- Standard: 5–8 business days, Express 2–3 business days (at checkout)
- International Ships: to 40 countries — rates at checkout
- Packaging Ships: in outer box to protect gift box
Returns
We accept returns within 30 days of delivery on unused items in original packaging. If your piece arrives damaged, contact us within 7 days with a photo and we will replace it at no charge.
Three ways to display it
Stunning table accent
Prop on a table, shelf, or beside books.
A gift that arrives beautifully
Beautiful Signature box. No wrapping needed.
Ready to hang wall art
One screw. No Frame. Solo or gallery wall
Original designs since 1999
Every Chive piece starts in our design studio — with a flower sketch, a glaze palette, and a standard we've been refining for 25 years. Original designs, never mass-market. As seen in Oprah's O List.
How to Hang Ceramic Flowers?
One discovers these flowers, each bearing a secret: a tiny keyhole nestled in the back, waiting for its destiny. The ritual feels almost predetermined - reaching into that dusty jar of orphaned screws, the ones squirreled away over countless home projects. Those odd bits of metal, collected like precious coins, finally finding their purpose. A quick twist of the drill, and there hangs beauty, supported by hardware whose previous life remains a mystery.
