Jim Rokos Vase Gauge Crystal Glass Vase
Jim Rokos Vase Gauge Crystal Glass Vase

Gauge Crystal Glass Vase

$261

Jim Rokos conceived the Gauge Vase as a study in cause and effect. Mouth-blown from crystal glass and free-formed entirely by hand in England without molds, each piece carries the subtle variation that only direct human craft produces.

The design takes its logic from natural behavior. Water held within the vessel keeps it upright. As flowers drink, the weight shifts, and the vase begins to lean, communicating its own need without any added mechanism. The form becomes a gauge, the tilt a signal.

  • Mouth-blown crystal glass, free-formed by hand in England
  • No molds used, each piece is individually unique
  • Narrow neck calibrates balance and limits flower volume intentionally
  • Available as a table vase and as a large floor vase
  • Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity

Rokos trained at the Royal College of Art and runs his London studio with a consistent focus on objects that perform, objects whose form is inseparable from function. The Gauge Vase is among his most considered pieces: a vessel that observes its own contents and responds.

Size
Size: Small

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Product Details

Details
  • Designed by Jim Rokos
  • Distinctive and playful
  • Available as a table vase in small and medium, and as a large floor vase
  • The weight of the water holds the vase upright
  • Has a round base that tilts and sways
  • Each piece is accompanied by a certificate, indicating its unique production number
  • Tiny metal balls are included which clean the inside of the vase when swirled around inside with soap and water
Shipping & Returns

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Warranty

Luminaire is an authorized retailer of Jim Rokos. The product comes with a full manufacturer warranty.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Gauge Vase indicate water level?

The vase uses the shifting weight of water as flowers drink to physically tilt. When full, the vessel stands upright; as the water depletes, it leans progressively, acting as a passive, mechanical indicator that the flowers need watering.

Is each Gauge Vase truly unique?

Yes. The vase is mouth-blown and free-formed by hand in England without the use of molds, meaning every piece carries slight individual variation in form. Each is accompanied by a certificate acknowledging its handmade origin.

What flowers or arrangements work best with the Gauge Vase?

The narrow neck is a deliberate design decision that limits the number of stems, keeping the vase balanced and allowing its tilting behavior to function as intended. Single stems or small, spare arrangements are most compatible with the form.

Who is Jim Rokos and what is his design philosophy?

Jim Rokos is a London-based designer who trained at the Royal College of Art. His practice focuses on objects whose visual logic is inseparable from their function, creating pieces that communicate behavior, material properties, or use through their form alone.

Is the Gauge available in different sizes?

The Gauge is offered in two versions: a table vase for domestic surfaces and a larger floor vase. Both share the same mouth-blown crystal construction and hand-forming process.