Bowl, brown stoneware, by M. Andersen, Bornholm, Denmark, 1960s.
969 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 24188
This ceramic bowl, designed by Michael Andersen for the Bornholm manufactory, was produced in Denmark in the 1960s. Crafted from stoneware, it features a low, wide form—30 cm in diameter and 8.5 cm in height—with a distinctly flared, pronounced rim. The exterior is finished in a deep, matte brown, contrasted by a broad band of off-white with a subtle grey undertone encircling the edge, adorned with a repeating geometric relief in dark brown. The interior is coated with a light grey, semi-gloss glaze, providing a clear contrast to the matte, slightly rough texture of the outer ceramics. The piece is signed, solid, and stable. It remains in original condition, with minor surface scratches and gentle signs of use typical of its age.This bowl carries the voice of 1960s Scandinavian modernism: the geometric relief along the rim evokes the search for harmony between craftsmanship and modernity that defined Danish design of the era. The raw, matte brown stoneware stands in quiet opposition to the soft sheen of the grey glaze, reminiscent of northern light filtering into minimalist Bornholm interiors. This is an object that speaks softly, telling a story of restrained beauty, harmonious proportions, and respect for material—a silent, measured narrative from a time when form and function met in everyday objects.The bowl would be well placed on an oak table in a living room, where its decorative relief and proportions can be clearly appreciated. It could be combined with other mid-century modern pieces—glass, wood, or metal in simple forms—or used as a fruit bowl, a planter cover, or as a stand-alone accent on a sideboard. It would complement both bright, minimalist Scandinavian interiors and collector's spaces with an eclectic character.
DIMENSION
Height8.5 cm
Width30 cm
Length30 cm
Dimension details
Length30 cm
Height8.5 cm
Width30 cm
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