Vaso Rachado artesanal de Vago, carpintaria tradicional de Beira Alta, Portugal

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Vaso Rachado em contexto, peça artesanal da coleção Ra-Ro de Beira Alta

Vago

Cracked Vase

Name: Cracked Vase
Brand: Ra-Ro
Price: 96.20 EUR
Availability: InStock

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VERY RARE

What is the Ra-Ro Index?

For the self-taught wood carver from Serra da Estrela (Beira Alta, Portugal), the need for experimentation and self-expression through nature led him to realize something unique that the flames create in their wake. Projecto Vago was born.

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Production Time

Approximately > 2 weeks

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Cracked Vase

96,20 €

History Dimensions Conservation

Wood, art and design that survived the wildfires.

Wildfires leave behind nothing more than a trail of destruction. Yet, no matter how devastating they are, the story doesn't end there. At least, not for Luca.

Pieces of burnt wood, halfway between natural decomposition and artistic restoration. Just look at this Cracked Vase, a piece of disarming beauty that went through hell and then through Luca's lathe.

It was his own hands that rescued burnt wood from the great fire of 2022 in the region, such as that of a 150-year-old chestnut tree and a 100-year-old cherry tree. He sharpened his tools and, through an instinctive approach, simply began to sculpt. Luca believes that without a defined end result, anything can happen. At one point, he invented the abrasive techniques, the waxing, and even his own elegant and careful artisanal charring.

Frequently asked questions

What is this piece?

Cracked vase turned by Luca from burnt wood salvaged after the 2022 wildfires in Serra da Estrela, Beira Alta. A unique piece from the Vago project.

Which region is it from?

It comes from Beira Alta, in Portugal. At Ra-Ro, every piece is tied to its origin and to the territory where it is made.

Who makes this piece?

It is made by Vago, the producer Ra-Ro works with directly for this piece.

What technique is used?

This piece is made using the Marcenaria technique.

Are all pieces identical?

As a handmade piece, it may vary slightly from one example to another. That variation is part of its authenticity.

Do you ship worldwide?

Yes, Ra-Ro ships worldwide.

How do returns work?

You have 14 days for a free return.

Is payment secure?

Yes, all payments are processed securely and encrypted.

Diameter > 11.5 cm
Height > 14 cm

Storage
Store your piece away from direct sunlight, moisture, and heat sources.

Cleaning
Use a dry cotton cloth to remove dust.

Maintenance
Apply linseed oil or beeswax regularly, with every change of season or when you feel the piece is dry.

Meet the Producer

ART REBORN FROM THE ASHES

Created by Luca D'Ortenzi, who collects burnt wood from the 2022 wildfires in Serra da Estrela, transforming devastation into lasting objects. His intuitive approach highlights the fire's marks, celebrating nature's resilience.

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Background and Motivation

Luca D’Ortenzi is an Italian woodturner and sculptor who founded Project Vago in the wake of the 2022 wildfires in Serra da Estrela, where he lives and works. Instead of walking away from the devastation, he walked right into it, collecting burnt wood from scorched forests and fallen centenarian trees.

Purpose of Project Vago

Project Vago was born from that instinct: to turn what was lost into something lasting.

Technique and Process

He works intuitively, carving objects that carry the visible memory of fire—cracked textures, blackened contours, exposed grain. His process involves abrasive carving, waxing, and his own artisanal charring techniques, developed over time through patient experimentation.

Philosophy and Artistic Vision

Each piece begins with a raw fragment from burnt wood and ends as a meditation on survival and transformation. The burn marks are left visible, sometimes even deepened. “I don’t try to erase what happened,” he says. “I highlight it.”