The Casa Adams marbled ceramics are decorated with a technique we have developed based on the traditional approaches used in book binding for centuries.

Marbled paper originated in Japan around the 9th century (called Suminagashi). The technique was exported to Türkiye and later to northern Italy, spreading through Europe via the Silk Road. There, marbled papers became commonly used as end-papers in valuable books, including in the 18th century natural history books that have inspired Casa Adams’ hand-painted works depicting the natural world.

Just like marbled papers, each marbled ceramic piece is completely unique and decorated using the same centuries-old technique.

We will be launching our marbled ceramics in 2026 in two events: an exhibition at prestigious Japanese department store Hankyu Umeda and through ABASK. In the meantime, you can purchase our early marbled pieces here.

Below are the wonderful photos taken by Samee Lapham as she spent a day in the studio capturing the magic of marbling!