Captivating interplay between long sides and scrolled handles is perfect
The bowl’s elongated oval form is defined by long sides that rise in a subtle, graceful arch—a gentle convex sweep that lifts imperceptibly from the ends toward the center, lending the vessel a quiet buoyancy and a sense of contained energy. This restrained, almost architectural curve feels serene and purposeful, allowing the eye to glide smoothly along the length. At each narrow end, however, the mood shifts dramatically: scrolled handles erupt in tight, exuberant spirals that curl outward and upward like frozen tendrils or baroque flourishes. These playful, organic volutes stand in exquisite counterpoint to the calm arch of the sides—one element understated and linear, the other lively and ornamental—creating a perfect juxtaposition of restraint and whimsy.
Item Date: Circa 1780
Measurement: Height: 5.25"; Width: 17"; Depth: 12"
Material: Ash
Item Condition: Small loss of wood to corner of a handle; very old fill applied to center of bottom from underside to fill trivial open grain [this professional conservation doesn’t distract or compromise].
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SKU 1120-166
For More Information, Please Contact David Hillier at 978-597-8084 or email drh@aaawt.com.
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