Handcrafted South African Ceramics
Local Ceramic Art & Decor

The beauty of Handcrafted South African ceramics is in the balance of form and function. Domestic and decorative, South African ceramic art is moulded by the artist’s concept and fired by the buyers’ need for utilitarian artwork.

Serious art lovers will be delighted to know that there are plenty local South African ceramic artists whose artwork has recieved international acclaim - imagine adding such an exquiste piece of art to your collection.

Inspired by the beauty and uniqueness of South Africa, artists can find your desired design within the clay, which is the mark of true creativity. Transform your home into a live-in gallery with ceramic pieces including South African ceramic animals, vases, sculptures, bowls, and ornaments from South Africa Online ® 

Africa Inspired Vase

Moulded by hand into a formidable shape that mimics the hoopoe's crown of feathers, this vase is the collaborative work of some of Africa's ...more

African Legend Sculpture

This rather mystical ensemble of clay, paint and absolute wonder lives up to the legend of its famous South African designers and leaves an ...more

African Turtle Tureen

Reminiscent of Japanese “netsuke” ivory carvings, this tureen depicts a huddle of terrapins as they are often seen - sunning themselves ...more

Animal Ceramic Teacup and Saucer

This monkey teacup and saucer set transcends functionality to become art due to its peculiar yet elegant form....more

Botanical Ceramic Bowl

Painted with floral designs, this spirited crockery piece adds a lively dynamic to any kitchen counter, dining room table or entrance hall....more

Brown Ceramic Bowl

The artist decorated the bowl with the image of an oryx, a species of antelope that wanders the sandy wastelands of Southern Africa....more

Ceramic Bird Tureen

In this tureen, an adult sandgrouse is perched and proud while two of its young enjoy the protection and comfort of its body. Enquire at Sou...more

Classic Ceramic

In this South African ceramic, the recognisable colours of a guinea fowl are contrasted against the bright down feathers of her babies....more

Collectable Animal Ceramic Urn

This exquisite klipspringer urn is a unique piece of African collaboration, a joining of multiple crafts spanning three southern African cou...more

Collectable Ceramic Teapot

Made by a sculptor renowned for exquisite reptilian and aquatic sculptures and innovative teapots that are highly sought-after by collectors...more

Collector's Salt and Pepper Ceramic

This salt and pepper ceramic won’t fail to elicit conversation. After all, how many people boast exclusive tableware made by some of Afric...more

Coral Reef Ceramic

Inspired by the appearance of coral through clear water and the reflection it creates, the artist has brought this ceramic to life on clear ...more

Elegant Animal Ceramic Teapot

This incredible giraffe teapot is a tribute to nature's exquisite palette and the iconic pattern of the Zulu culture....more

Falling Raindrop Ceramic

This piece captures the artist's wistful remembrance of bygone car journeys on rainy days....more

Family Home Ceramic

The floral motif is toned down by the painter’s use of grey and black, making this ceramic piece ideal for blending in with most interior ...more

Functional Ceramic Dish

This exquisite pangolin dish is a work of functional art that dabbles in the mystical and peculiar....more

Grey Animal Ceramic

The soft illumination of a candle’s flame can create the right atmosphere for a home; this ceramic candle holder is the perfect centrepiec...more

Hermatypic Coral Ceramic

The artist has drawn inspiration from the question this process poses; if man is the creator of his reality, is perception enough to make so...more

Indigenous Art Vase

On these outstanding vessels, a renowned Zulu artist known for intricate illustrations has painted in brilliant strokes, using a limited pal...more

Intimate Ceramic

This decorative crockery item is an intricate display of affection that belongs in any family setting – especially when the fridge is open...more

Intricate Animal Ceramic

The way you display your ceramic elephant candle holders is up to you, but the impact they make was decided by the artists - the painter and...more

Made in Africa Vase

From one of Africa's foremost art studios comes this glorious vase, a collaborative effort by an accomplished Sotho sculptor and Zimbabwean ...more

Painted Ceramic Box

An adult eagle offers sanctuary to her chicks, and in doing so, becomes the safest place to store your keepsakes....more

Painted Display Bowl

Add the final touch to your fairytale home with this display bowl from one of the most renowned ceramics studios in South Africa....more

Painted Wildlife Sculpture

The addition of paint on naturally textured ceramic makes the detail on this peacock sculpture deserving of attention, even without flashing...more

Seashell Ceramic

A living example of the mutability of nature, a seashell undergoes a transformation, outliving its host as part of its lifecycle....more

Wild African Ceramic

From one of South Africa’s most renowned ceramics studios comes this elegant depiction of a mother giraffe and her calf....more

Wilderness Art Vase

Exceptionally intricate, this piece merges tribal tradition and folklore, both heavily influenced by the horns of the antelope....more

Wilderness Ceramic Urn

Invest in this one-of-a-kind collaborative work by some of the finest African artists....more

Wildlife Ceramic Teapot

This ceramic teapot is an incredible work of art, blending whimsy and elegance to create a distinguished collectable....more