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RESEARCH BACKGROUND Chyon researched the natural material properties of porcelain clay to determine how those characteristics could be developed in an innovative way using mass-production techniques. Conceptually the aim was to experiment with techniques that would produce a hand-made finish and retain the integrity of the design. RESEARCH CONTRIBUTION An important aspect of ceramic production is the drying process at the green stage. Works are dried in a carefully controlled environment to prevent any damage when fired. Chyon took advantage of a faulty process that occurred during experimentation with drying that led to an unusual quality of material and form. This effect can be achieved when done by hand but proved difficult using a mass production process. The result was innovative and new and combined the precision of an archetypal ceramic form with an organic vitality. RESEARCH SIGNIFICANCE This work was selected as one of 50 vases included in the 50th anniversary of Rosenthal Studio Line (1961-2011) exhibition at Salts Mill, Saltaire (UK). Rosenthal is one of the world's leading manufacturers of ceramics and is known for product design diversity and innovation. This historic exhibition included a number of internationally renowned artists, designers and architects such as Walter Gropius, Andy Warhol and Tapio Wirkkala. Chyon's work won the Badden-Wurttemberg International Award from the Design Centre, Stuttgart, in 2006, and has been widely exhibited in Europe, America and Australia, including The Design Centre (Stuttgart, 2006); Design Philadelphia (2007); State of Design (Melbourne 2008). The vase has also been reviewed in numerous design magazines and design websites.<p></p>