Bowl with handle, brown stoneware, by H. Ditlev, Denmark, 1960s.
340 PLN
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This modernist ceramic bowl with a handle, designed by Henrik Ditlev in Denmark during the 1960s, exemplifies the Scandinavian approach to mid-century design. Crafted from stoneware, the piece features a striking interplay between its matte, earthy brown exterior and the glossy, multitone interior. The outside reveals the natural texture of the clay, with visible horizontal turning lines that highlight its handcrafted character. The handle is organically integrated into the rim, its top glazed in a finish that echoes the hues found inside the bowl. The interior is adorned with a shimmering glaze that shifts from a speckled, soft white at the center through pale blue to subtle greys at the rim. The form is slightly asymmetrical, with an oval profile and a sculptural, dynamic handle; the bowl is signed by the designer. It remains in very good condition, with no visible damage or signs of wear, and retains its original finish. This bowl embodies the spirit of 1960s Scandinavia—a period when design merged sculptural simplicity with everyday function. The matte exterior recalls the tactile quality of northern earth, while the cool, glazed interior reflects light like the surface of a calm lake in summer. The object seems to whisper: "I am a silent witness to simple gestures, created for contemporary rituals, yet I carry echoes of an era that valued authenticity and clarity of form." The bowl can be displayed on an oak table in a living room, paired with simple wooden vessels or minimalist glassware. It would complement interiors shaped
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Height10 cm
Width19 cm
Length18 cm
Dimension details
Length18 cm
Height10 cm
Width19 cm
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