TABLEAU and Bloc Studios have unveiled their second collaboration: the TRUNK VASE. Designed as a sculptural exploration of permanence and impermanence, this limited-edition piece is crafted from rare Giallo Imperiale marble. The Copenhagen-based design studio and the Italian stone artisans at Bloc have created only ten pieces, reinforcing the exclusivity of the release.
With its trunk-like silhouette and hollowed interior, the TRUNK VASE draws direct inspiration from the natural world. The form mirrors the gnarled surface of tree bark, while its refined finish showcases human craftsmanship. Carrara-based artisans carved each vase to accentuate the marble’s natural veins and matte texture. At the same time, the deliberate abstraction invites contemplation — where does nature end and human intention begin?
A Conceptual Dialogue in Marble
Julius Værnes Iversen, founder and creative director of TABLEAU, explains the work as “more than a vessel for flowers — it’s a conversation about what connects us.” He adds, “We set out to create something that evokes both the human body and the forest, where the viewer’s interpretation becomes part of the piece.” His vision is complemented by Bloc Studios founder Sara Ferron, who views the project as a push beyond traditional function: “The TRUNK VASE feels raw, almost primitive — yet it’s unmistakably refined. It reflects nature’s form and humanity’s place within it.”
Through their joint effort, the designers balance the visceral with the sculptural. Their approach bridges botanical radicalism and marble minimalism, transforming the TRUNK VASE into an object of layered meaning.
Availability and Collector Access
Available in just ten examples globally, the TRUNK VASE is offered through select galleries and both brands’ official platforms. This scarcity, combined with its conceptual depth and artisanal execution, positions the piece as a collectible that blurs the lines between sculpture, design, and nature.
With this latest release, TABLEAU and Bloc Studios continue to challenge how we perceive domestic objects — not just as tools, but as enduring symbols of connection, fragility, and form.