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one of one
Every piece is hand-carved from raw stone. Veining, color, translucency — no two are identical. The piece you receive is the only one of its kind.
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— the origin
carved from a single stone.
Onyx forms in slow, mineral-rich pockets underground — layers laid down over thousands of years. Each slab is split once, then carved by hand, which is why no two pieces share the same ribboning.
We keep the walls thin so light passes through when the piece sits on a window ledge.
fig. 01workshop, balochistan — spring 2025
— why saéa
objects with weight, made to slow a room down.
No two pieces alike. No factory finish. Just raw onyx, hand-carved by artisans in Balochistan and finished in our San Diego studio.
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natural stone, not resin
100% natural stone, sourced small-batch from the mountains of Balochistan. Never composite, never resin-cast, never synthetic.
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artisan made
Carved by skilled artisans in Balochistan using techniques passed down for generations. We pay fair, transparent wages — never piecework rates.
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shipped from san diego
Free ground shipping nationwide. Each order is hand-packed in our California studio with recyclable, plastic-free materials.
— in the workshop
finished by hand, one piece at a time.
balochistan, pakistan
spring 2025
— why not the alternative
saéa vs. everything else.
What you actually get when you choose handmade over mass-produced.
saéa
mass-market
100% natural materials
solid Balochistan onyx
resin / composite
handmade · one of one
hand-carved, never repeated
factory mold
artisan-made, fair wage
transparent partner workshops
unknown supply chain
packed with love
by hand, in San Diego
drop-shipped
recyclable packaging
100% plastic-free
styrofoam & chemicals
shipping
free ground, nationwide
typically $15–$40
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Lavender & cream—this hand-carved onyx vase carries the grounding depth of natural stone. Layers of mineral veining shift from deep chestnut to soft ivory and warm amber, creating a marbled surface that feels both ancient and modern.
With its tall cylindrical form and rounded pedestal base, this sculptural vase adds height and presence to any room. Style it with a single stem, fresh flowers or dried florals, or let it stand on its own as an architectural accent.
Each vase is carved from a single block of natural onyx by artisans in Balochistan, Pakistan, and finished in our San Diego studio. No two are ever alike; each is shaped by the land it came from and made to last for generations.
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Details
• Dimensions: approx. 8” height × 3” base width × 3” opening
• Weight: ~1 lbs
• Colors: Pink, peach, lavender, amber, white, brown, gray
• Finish: Food-grade beeswax (no lacquer, no toxic polish)
• Use: Floral vase, centerpiece, tall bud vase, sculptural decor
• Origin: Hand-carved in Balochistan, designed & finished in San Diego, California
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Crafted without compromise
• 100% natural, raw onyx – no resins, dyes, or composites
• Plastic-free, sustainable packaging
• Small-batch, woman-owned brand
• Each piece is one of a kind
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Rooted in intention. Made to keep.
SAÉA is a woman of color–owned, small-batch design studio based in San Diego, CA. We celebrate nature, culture, and craft through timeless stone objects. Inspired by the philosophy of Wabi Sabi, each piece honors imperfection, slowness, and natural beauty.
Onyx is a natural stone — beautiful, but not bulletproof. Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid harsh detergents, citrus, and prolonged direct sunlight. Each piece is sealed with food-grade beeswax; refresh every 6 to 12 months by warming a little wax into the surface and buffing.
Free ground shipping on every order in the U.S. Hand-packed in San Diego using recyclable, plastic-free materials, usually shipped within 2–3 business days.
30-day returns on unused, undamaged pieces. Email us at hello@saeadesigns.com and we will send a return label.
SAÉA is a small studio in San Diego, California. Each piece begins as raw onyx in the mountains of Balochistan, hand-carved by artisans, then finished, photographed, and shipped from a quiet space on the West Coast.