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Object Study: The Mace Head
Recently, I came across an object that genuinely amazed me, the mace head.
At first glance, it’s easy to overlook something so small and ancient, but the more I studied different pieces, the more extraordinary they became. The craftsmanship is remarkable: carefully shaped, balanced, and decorated with a clear sense of order, beauty, and intention.
It’s hard not to wonder how it was created with the tools available at the time. The precision, the patience, the skill… it speaks of a deep understanding of materials and a dedication to the craft that feels surprisingly modern.
What’s most remarkable is that, thousands of years later, we can still appreciate the effort and care that went into their making. It creates a powerful connection between us and the people who lived so long ago.
The images show a mix of different mace heads, ranging from the Stone Age to the 18th century, and from different parts of the world.
Images are sourced from various museum online archives and auction sites.
OG Cave Mug (2021) vs New Cave Mug (2025)
Our Cave Mug models have been evolving since their conception in 2021. Shaped by experience in use, conversations with clients, and ongoing formal explorations at the studio, their form, size, and finish have gradually departed from the original design.
While the newer model feels more defined and sculptural, it’s good to look backwards now and then and bring back some of the original, more intuitive, and softer moves.
Curious to see what 2026 brings to our Cave Mugs?
SCURA. “Creativity is in the making process itself, and that’s where I find my rhythm,” says Jiayao Peng, founder of ceramic studio @ppp__lab . Through her re-renderings of everyday objects, she turns the prosaic – mugs, toilet roll holders, butter dishes – into quiet sculptural objects that balance beauty and functionality.
Today on Scura, we’re taking a deep dive into Jiayao’s creative process by sitting down to talk about her routines, community, and where she goes to sip her favourite drink: beer. Read the full story now at scura.co.uk. Link in bio!
#scurabyflawk
A detail shot of our Circus Cups as displayed in A Circus Life - Works by PPP LAB, an ongoing exhibition in Shanghai, hosted at @ovaryproject .
The show highlights a series of sculptural ceramic works made by the studio in London over the past few years. It explores the concept of circus as an imaginary space for role-playing, performance and movement.
The exhibition has been updated with additional pieces and is on until December 10th.
‘A Circus Life’ Works by PPP LAB - Shanghai, China
6–24 November at Ovary.
Opening Reception:
Wednesday, 6 November, 3–8 pm.
See you there if you’re around 🎪
Vases for @sage.flowers 💐
Following the line of our classic Circus Cups, these custom scale vases serve as sculptural containers to display beautiful flower arrangements.
Thank you @sage.flowers for the commission and for such a great party on Saturday 🥂
