{"product_id":"casa-cubista-large-stepped-citrico-vase","title":"Casa Cubista Large Stepped Citrico Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eCasa Cubista presents a modern take on traditional craft, made in the towns and villages of rural Portugal. We believe it's handmade that makes a home. Let's celebrate the perfectly imperfect, handcrafted with care using skills handed down across generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.casacubista.com\/meet-the-makers\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeet the Makers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Care Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eOur traditional handcrafted terracotta collection requires more care and attention than machine-made products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eThe glaze, though solid, has pinholes in the surface that occur during the firing process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 12.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eOn the other hand, when terracotta clay is fired it releases a very large amount of water and becomes very dry and porous and it retains much moisture.\u003cbr\u003eWashing, drying and using the product reestablishes some of the natural humidity within the clay and aids in 'sealing' the product.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eAs you may read in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.casacubista.com\/productinformation\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eImportant Product Care Information\u003c\/a\u003e, if using a vase to hold flowers, please change the water daily and protect delicate surfaces that may be affected by watermarks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eSome marks in the glaze are natural and expected, as is some crazing. This will not affect the use or durability of the pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eThis is normal, and will decrease over time and with continued use (by washing the pieces and allowing them to fully air dry between uses). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eFor long-term storage, please ensure the pieces are completely dry before putting them away. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eIn this case, we recommend storing pieces upside-down in a well-ventilated area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eAll of our pottery must be fully washed with hot soapy water before first use and allowed to air dry. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eThis is the start of 'sealing' the product, and skipping this first step is initially where problems can occur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eAll pieces must be well rinsed and allowed to air dry completely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casa Cubista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48885897330907,"sku":"4116C","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0407\/8819\/7533\/files\/1500x1500_11_e0d96ac1-d71b-4d6c-b81c-c354af472557.png?v=1781717678","url":"https:\/\/portugaliamarketplace.com\/products\/casa-cubista-large-stepped-citrico-vase","provider":"Portugalia Marketplace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}