Carved Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

A hand-crafted mango wood bowl. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of mango wood and features wonderful mix of wood textures. To achieve its dark colour the bowl was burnt thre...

Tray by Alexandre Noll Signed 'A Noll' on the back Walnut

A large carved elm vide poche wit five lobes forming an abstract flower pattern.

A hand-crafted mango wood bowl with hand-hewn detailing along the basin. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of mango wood and features wonderful mix of wood textures. To achiev...

A hand-crafted mango wood bowl. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of mango wood and features a ribbed texture on its sides. To achieve the rich ...

A hand-crafted mango wood bowl. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of mango wood and features a curved and ribbed texture on its sides. The bowl ...

Hand-carved in England, circa 1820, these lovely spill vases were fashioned out of burl walnut. The vases have developed a tremendous, darkened patina, particularly along the carved ...

A hand-crafted mango wood bowl. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of mango wood and features a ribbed texture on its sides. The bowl has been meticulously sanded down to achie...

American, late 18th century/early 19th century wooden mortar and pestle. The urn shaped mortar with rich patina has a wonderful ...

The ceramic charger with scalloped edge is an example of the kind of work by which John Glick became so famous. He was seduced by the effects of the reduction kiln, which decreased the levels of oxygen during firing, inducing the flame to pull oxygen out of the clay and glazes changing the colors of the glazes depending on their iron and copper content. In this way he achieved the rich gradients of ochre and umber and variations in stippling and opacity. It is signed on verso. John was an American Abstract Expressionist ceramicist born in Detroit, MI. Though open to artistic experimentation, Glick was most influenced by the styles and aesthetics of Asian pottery—an inspiration that shows in his use of decorative patterns and glaze choices. He has said that he is attracted to simplicity, as well as complexity: my work continually reflects my re-examination that these two poles can coexist… or not, in a given series. Glick also took influences from master potters of Japan, notably Shoji Hamada and Kanjrio Kawai, blending their gestural embellishments of simple forms with attitudes of Abstract Expressionism. He was particularly drown to the work of Helen Frankenthaler whose soak-stain style resonated with Glick’s multi-layered glaze surfaces, which juxtaposed veils of atmospheric color with gestural marks and pattern. He spent countless hours developing and making his own tools in order to achieve previously unseen results in his work with clay and glaze. Glick’s “Plum Tree Pottery” (now a designated historic landmark in Farmington Hills, Michigan) studio opened around 1965 and closed in the summer of 2016. It was a private studio space for John and a number of his students and assistants. He believed his shapes evolved guided by forces apparently outside his control. This was instinctual, intellectual and due to his openness to change, fusing into what he thought was the most positive force behind a potter’s approach: evolution and growth. Some have called it inspiration. John was not only a major figure in the Detroit creative community, but in the ceramics world at large. According to Shelley Selim in her book on John, “John Glick: A Legacy in Clay” John remains: “one of the most recognizable names in the field of studio pottery – known for lecturing, publishing, and offering workshops widely – and his work has been featured in well over a hundred local, national and international exhibitions since he was a college student in the late 1950s.” Along with this John has mentored over thirty studio apprentices over five and a half decades, received numerous grants and awards for his work, and has been prolific, with an estimated 300,000 ceramic wares throughout the world. He received his Masters from Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, working with Maija Grotell, a legendary and influential teacher. Grotell was noted for her deep interest in the human connection to nature’s rhythms and patters. These ideas often grounded her dialog with her students including Glick, affecting, a profund and lasting influence on his future work. This famous Art Academy was designed by architect and faculty member, Eliel Saarinen who collaborated with Charles and Ray Eames on chair and furniture design. Numerous creative artists who are alumni of Cranbrook include: Harry Bertoia, Florence Knoll, Jack Lenor Larsen, Donald Lipski, Duane Hanson, Nick Cave, Hani Rashid, George Nelson, Urban Jupena (Nationally recognized fiber artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have her sculpture, "Sojourner Truth," commissioned for the Emancipation Hall in the Capital Visitor Center in Washington DC), Cory Puhlman (televised Pastry Chef extraordinaire), Thom O’Connor (Lithographs), Paul Evans (Brutalist-inspired sculpted metal furnishings), Eugene Caples (small bronze images/abstract), Morris Brose (Bronze Sculptures), Herb Babcock (blown glass), Larry Butcher (mixed media) and Lauren Anais Hussey...

A hand-carved marble platter, server or charger from India. 1960s. 24 inches in diameter, 1/2 inch thick.

This 18th century bronze vessel with tripod feet was crafted by hand in a traditional Chinese shape known as "ding," that dates back to 1600 BC. Tripod bowls were originally used for making religious offerings to ancestral gods. This ding is mounted on a finely carved hardwood...

Vintage Palissy Style art pottery fruit and leaf plate by Caldas Da Rainha Portuguese Measures: 9" diameter x 2.5" height.

Thick glass face in the art deco style of the work of the Lalique house of the 40s. Very beautiful decorative object with a pure and decorative design. Thic...

The spines of this fruit tray allow air circulate around fruit, extending its freshness. This tray is hand-carved by traditional stone artisans in Rajasthan...

Asian Chinese rust agate plate with a carved crayfish and shells in relief and a crayfish carved handle.  

This wooden farm tray from northern China charms with its rustic finish and asymmetrical form. Hand-carved from a single block of wood, the large tray is truly one-of-a-kind, shaped ...

Large Vintage malachite natural stone vide poche trinket dish Italy, C.1960 A substantial piece of all natural malachite mineral stone. Polished beautifully to depict the natural ...

Ceramic pipe rest or bowl by the French artist Jacques Blin dating from the 60s. Small oval bowl resting on two feet with enamels in shades of blue typical of the artist, presence of...

Uniquely patterned, this exceptional tray is hand carved from puddingstone. Named for its intriguing patterning, the conglomerate stone is embedded with pebbles of different minerals...

Vintage Palissy Style Art Fruit Plate, Large Fruit and Leaf Plate, the Fruit Plate Made in Portugal by Jay Willfred Sadek  

19th century 3 pieces Japanese porcelain dishes Meiji period decorated, largest 15.25'' x 2'', medium 13.25'' x 2'', smallest 12'' x 1.5''.

Vide Poche by Lulli : A vide poche in ebony wood. Measures: 32 cm x 25 cm x 8 cm 12.6" x 9.84" x 3.5".

Antique Hand Carved Gilt Wood Basket Dish Vide poche bowl Table Center Piece Very Early 18th Century Giltwood Italian Baroque Centerpiece . This beautiful garniture on a desk a table or a console will add instant elegance A center piece on an entrance table . vibrant and charming . Old world charm traditional , decorative object for interior decoration design , A perfect gift during the holiday season , or special house warming present . It will be a great addition to your special collection in a library as part of the bibelot. Great shape Carved vide poche. A later copper center liner hand hammered to use as a Dresser caddy or valet tray and sundries bowl at the center . Home Accessories collection...

A hand-crafted mango wood bowl. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of mango wood and features a hand carved detailing along its basin It maintains a wonderful wood texture and ...

A hand-crafted mango wood bowl. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of mango wood and features a hand carved detailing along its basin It maintains a wonderful wood texture and ...

This pair of jade plates are carved in a very delicate thin form allowing the stones natural striations and color to show through. The polish and luster are...

Matang Makhrana cup A freeform white Makhrana marble cup. Contemporary production. Matang Matang is an architectural and furniture practice between Paris and Mumbai, c...

Eight sided stone ashtray in a stunning Italian Nero Marquina marble with white veining in the style of Angelo Mangiarotti. The ashtray features thick edges and a round center well w...

A hand-crafted mango wood bowl. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of mango wood and features a hand hewn texture on its sides. It features a won...

One of a kind modern style hand carved and hand polished rock crystal fish form dish platter, late 20th century.

Interesting anthropomorphic ceramic box from Accolay with incised signature. Unique piece Perfect condition France, ca. 1950

A lovely kiln-formed and wheel cut mosaic glass bowl from Klaus Moje's first days in Canberra. Cf.: Dan Klein, "Artists in Glass - Late twentieth Century Masters in Glass", Beazley,...

We are delighted to offer for sale this incredibly rare original early 19th century Roman Grand Tour Rosso Antico marble bath with Lion head detailing This bath is stunning, I hav...

Wooden ladle with octopus tentacle carvings along the outer cup with inlayed abalone detailing. Dimensions 13” width x 5” depth x 4.5” height. Condition Good vintage condition; pro...

Remissus vide-poche by Vilde Hagelund Current Production Dimensions: W 12 x D 12 x H 1.5 cm Materials: Birch wood. Remissus is inspired by the wat...

Hand-Carved White Marble Decorative Dish with Wavy Forms

Square Bohemian crystal tray, hand-carved. H4.5 x W29 x D9 - Kg0.5 Materiali Crystal Color Transparent Weight range Lightweight - Under 40 kg Detailed conditions Very Good - ...

Hand turned claro walnut stand by contemporary Los Angeles designer, David O'Brien of Hawk & Stone. David's appreciation for nature and wood has deep roots back in New England. This ...

This 11-in. diameter bowl was hand painted in Mexico. The artistic brush strokes are carefully laid out to display color and simplistic brilliance.

This 17-in. diameter bowl was hand painted in Mexico. The artistic brush strokes are carefully laid out to display color and simplistic brilliance.

This 9-in. diameter bowl was hand painted in Mexico. The artistic brush strokes are carefully laid out to display color and simplistic brilliance.

This 14-in. diameter bowl was hand painted in Mexico. The artistic brush strokes are carefully laid out to display color and simplistic brilliance.

This 11-in. diameter bowl was hand painted in Mexico. The artistic brush strokes are carefully laid out to display color and simplistic brilliance.

White bowl Mould Project by Theodora Alfredsdottir Unique Materials: Jesmonite Dimensions: 110 x 110 x 25 mm Theodora Alfredsdottir is a product design studio based in London. ...