Small spherical ceramic urn for ashes 'Memento' satin black

Still, but always there

Not every memorial needs to make a statement. Sometimes you want something that simply exists in a room, quietly meaningful to you and unremarkable to anyone else. The Memento keepsake urn in satin black is that kind of object.

A sphere in satin black glaze

The closed, spherical form of the Memento is deliberate. A sphere has no beginning and no end, no edges, no sharp angles. It suits someone whose life resists a single summary, someone you knew as a whole person. The satin black glaze gives the surface a soft, restrained sheen: not matte, not glossy, but something considered in between. It catches the eye only if you look for it.

Made with knowledge of material and process

Ceramic is one of the most enduring materials used in the making of urns for ashes, and the reason is straightforward: when it is produced well, it lasts. The process behind the Memento demands precision at every stage, and that care shows in the finished piece.

How the Memento is made

Production begins with a technical drawing, from which a plaster model is made to serve as the master mould. Clay is then cast from that mould, left to dry, and the surface smoothed by hand before the first firing at 900°C. The satin black glaze is applied after this initial firing, and the piece goes into the kiln a second time at 1,050°C. It is this double firing that gives the glaze its depth and the ceramic its durability. The process draws on a tradition that stretches back centuries, precisely because the material repays patience with longevity.

What to expect from ceramic indoors

Ceramic is a strong and stable material. Placed thoughtfully, this mini urn for ashes will sit undisturbed for as long as you wish. There are a few practical things worth knowing before you decide where to keep it.

Placement and care

The Memento is designed for indoor use only. Keep it away from direct moisture and choose a stable, level surface where it is unlikely to be knocked. Ceramic will break if it falls onto a hard floor, so a low shelf or a firm ledge, away from busy areas and out of reach of children, is a sensible choice. To clean the surface, a dry cloth or a very lightly dampened one is all you need.

Finding the right place

The neutral, dark colour of the Memento sits comfortably in almost any interior. On a bookshelf alongside books she loved, on a windowsill in a room you shared, or somewhere that simply feels right to you. Where you place it is your decision, and it belongs to no one else.

A choice that stays with you

If you are looking for a cremation urn that holds its place without dominating a room, the Memento in satin black is one you are unlikely to reconsider. If you would like to talk through the options, including personalisation, at your own pace, we are happy to help.