Collection: Taitau Fung

Step into the ceramic sanctuary of Taitau Fung, the visionary behind the multidisciplinary project Balloon Table. A Hong Kong-based illustrator and ceramicist, Taitau carves out a world where the precariousness of urban life meets the enduring charm of hand-sculpted joy. Operating from a city defined by its density and verticality, her work serves as a reminder that even the smallest spaces can hold immense wonder.

Taitau’s creative journey is rooted in her background as an illustrator, where she first developed a keen eye for narrative and character. This illustrative foundation heavily informs her ceramic practice, allowing her to bring whimsical stories into the physical realm. Her work gained significant attention through features in publications like Frankie Magazine, which invited audiences to "step into Taitau Fung's tiny ceramic world"—a space dedicated to injecting "cuteness into cramped spaces".

Operating from her studio in Hong Kong, Taitau addresses the claustrophobia of modern living by creating "teensy but functional" clay objects. These pieces are born from the bedrock of domesticity, transforming the mundane requirements of a home into objects of play and introspection. Her collections are diverse, ranging from functional "Vessel Man" blind boxes and "Treasure Boxes" to wearable art like her "Running Cat" and "Mimosa" pins.

At first glance, a piece by Taitau feels like a relic from a forgotten childhood: pastel-tinged darumas, tiny vessels, and whimsical cat brooches. But look closer, and you’ll find a sophisticated subversion of materiality. Her signature "Balloon" forms are a paradox; they mimic the fleeting, air-filled lightness of latex but are forged from heavy, permanent ceramic. This "deferred pop" offers a sense of emotional preservation, providing a solid, unchanging object to hold onto in a world that often feels temporary.

In a hyper-industrial landscape, Taitau chooses the intimate and the approachable. Her work is specifically designed for the "apartment dweller," offering clay objects that can do handy tasks like hold incense, matches, and flowers. Her art gives the viewer permission to slow down and embrace the absurd. It is a quiet, resilient voice that says: the world is heavy, but we can still find a way to float.

What you discover

• Soft, Nostalgic Hues: A palette of mint, peach, and lavender that evokes "vintage storybook" energy.

• The Tiny Ceramic World: A collection of highly detailed miniatures including "Treasure Boxes," "Vessel Men," and "Daruma" minis.

• Narrative Wearables: Intricate pins and brooches, such as the "Rider and Horse" or "Wreath Mimosa," that turn personal style into a storytelling medium.

• Functional Whimsy: Adorable bits of ceramic joy that double as practical tools for the home, specifically tailored for small-space living.

We are proud to feature Taitau Fung as a cornerstone artist whose work bridges the gap between fine art and functional design. Her creations bring a unique energy and emotional resonance to the domestic interior, offering a sensory narrative that is unexpected, honest, and deeply human.