Why are grandfather clocks 6 feet tall?

Most historians believe that early grandfather clocks were 6 feet tall because the long case was required to hold a pendulum of adequate length to power their movement. Some clocks are even larger, though this is likely to give them a more substantial, decorative look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of grandfather clocks.

How many feet around a table do you need?

How many feet around a table you need depends on how many people you need to seat. Each diner will need about 24 inches of space to eat comfortably. To determine the minimum length table you should buy, multiple the number of people by 24. If you intend to seat people on the ends, subtract two. If not, skip this step. Divide the number by two to arrive at the minimum length measurement. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique and vintage dining tables.

Why are dough bowls called dough bowls?

Dough bowls are called dough bowls because of how they were first used. In Colonial America, women mixed ingredients for bread dough in wooden bowls and then used the vessels as a surface for kneading. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage dough bowls.

What is a Champagne Bowl?

Serving pieces that are designed to hold and display the champagne bottles are known as champagne bowls. Its main purpose is to keep the champagne cold for a long period. Shop a range of antique and vintage champagne bowls on 1stDibs.

What is a potpourri bowl?

Potpourri is a mixture of dried, naturally fragrant plant materials. A potpourri bowl is designed to hold this mixture of organic material. Oftentimes potpourri bowls are very decorative, also serving as works of art. Shop a collection of potpourri bowls from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is compote bowl?

A compote bowl is a dish used to hold fruits, nuts or sweets. It is recognizable by its vase-shaped dish on top, with a footed base stem and sometimes a lid. Compote bowls are made either out of glass or porcelain. On 1stDibs, find a collection of compote bowls from some of the world’s top sellers.

A raku bowl is a round, deep piece of pottery with an open top that is made of raku pottery. This Japanese traditional pottery is highly porous and usually features lead glazes. On 1stDibs, find a range of raku pottery.

What can I do with a punch bowl?

You can do a lot of things with a punch bowl besides simply serving punch at a party. Use it to hold fresh fruit or fill it up with water to showcase floating candles. You can also fill it with decorative objects or dried or silk flowers. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique and vintage punch bowls.

What is an Imari bowl?

An Imari bowl refers to a style of porcelain bowl. Imari usually features beautiful and intricate naturalistic design that most often is rooted in three colors, namely, blue, reddish-orange and gold. It's named after the Japanese port Arita, from where it was originally exported in the late 17th century or so. Find a collection of antique and vintage bowls on 1stDibs today.

What is the best fruit bowl?

The best fruit bowl is a matter of choice, there are a variety of options in terms of design, material, style, and utility. On 1stDibs, there are fruit bowls available in vintage and modern designs.

What is a kava bowl used for?

Kava bowls are used to make a sedative drink by crushing the roots of the kava plant and blending them with water. The deepest bowls are used in traditional welcoming rituals to serve the drink.

What are finger bowls used for?

A finger bowl is to rinse one's fingers in the bowl of water with a lemon after the last course of the meal.

Can I eat out of teak bowls?

Whether or not you can eat out of teak bowls depends on the bowls in question. Natural teak is usually food safe, provided that you season it with food-grade mineral oil or other food-safe wood treatment prior to use. Some teak bowls may feature toxic finishes and be unsafe for food. Find a variety of teak bowls on 1stDibs.

What is a Chinese fish bowl?

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What is a wood dough bowl?

A wood dough bowl is a wooden vessel that is used to mix dough for baking. Shop a collection of antique and vintage wooden dough bowls from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What are yellow ware bowls?

Yellow ware bowls are bowls that are part of the yellow ware tradition, originating in England during the 18th century. Yellow ware gets its name from its striking yellow color which comes from the type of clay it uses. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique yellow ware from some of the world’s top sellers.

What are Chinese bowls called?

Chinese bowls are often made from porcelain and are referred to as porcelain bowls or china. Prized by collectors worldwide for centuries, Chinese porcelain bowls are known for their excellent craftsmanship and elaborate decorations. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of authentic Chinese porcelain from some of the world’s top sellers.

What is a soup bowl called?

A soup bowl, with respect to serving soup, is called a tureen. It can also be used as a serving dish for stews and gravies. Soup bowls, which can also refer to bowls from which you eat soup, are merely known as bowls. Tureens can be made of ceramic material, metal, silver and more. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary soup bowls and tureens from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is a tea bowl used for?

Tea bowls are vessels with no handles that are used for preparing and drinking tea. Early tea drinkers enjoyed their beverage in a bowl, and English potters eventually added a handle to the porcelain bowls so that burning your fingers became less of a teatime hazard. With the rise in the popularity of teatime, tea sets, also referred to as tea service, became a hot commodity. Today, tea bowls form a crucial part of East Asian tea ceremonies. Find a collection of antique and vintage tea bowls on 1stDibs today.

What is the purpose of a dough bowl?

A dough bowl is simply a bowl used to mix dough for breads and pastries. It is occasionally referred to as a trencher. They are typically made from wood and were popular in Eastern Europe in the first half of the 20th century. On 1stDibs, find a range of authentic antique dough bowls.

Bowl With Feet

Pierced Basket

Footed Bowl

Antique French Bowl

White Centerpiece Bowl

Sterling Silver Sugar Bowl

Large Bronze Bowl

Silver Fruit Basket

Offering Bowl

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

"Spanish Galleon, " Romantic 1920s Bronze Sculptural Bowl with Ram's Head Feet

H 11 in W 10 in D 7 in

WMF, Germany. Large "Ikora" Art Deco bowl with three feet, silver-plated. 1940s

Located in Copenhagen, DK

WMF, Germany. Large "Ikora" Art Deco bowl with three feet, silver-plated with brass inlay

Category

Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

WMF, Germany. Large "Ikora" Art Deco bowl with three feet, silver-plated. 1940s

H 1.19 in Dm 12.6 in

Large White Ceramic Bowl on Tripod Feet, Wave Rim with Hand Drawn Interior

By Helena Starcevic Ceramics

Located in New York, NY

surface. Three hand-formed feet both elevate and add character to the bowl. The Creamy White Glaze shows

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Large White Ceramic Bowl on Tripod Feet, Wave Rim with Hand Drawn Interior

H 4.38 in Dm 18.63 in

Bowl on Feet of Hallmarked Silver and Simply Decorated

Located in Lejre, DK

This hallmarked silver bowl, delicately adorned and standing on feet, exudes timeless elegance. Its

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Bowl on Feet of Hallmarked Silver and Simply Decorated

H 5.12 in Dm 8.27 in

Emile Gallé for St. Clement, Nancy, Antique Bowl with Handle on Three Feet

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Emile Gallé for St. Clement, Nancy. Antique bowl with a handle on three feet in hand painted

Category

Antique 1870s French Arts and Crafts Ceramics

Materials

Faience

Emile Gallé for St. Clement, Nancy, Antique Bowl with Handle on Three Feet

H 1.97 in Dm 5.91 in

Silverplate Footed Covered Bowl with Stag Lid and Side Handles and Hoof Feet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

handles, lid and also the unique use of feet with hooves. A wonderful centerpiece which can also hold

Category

20th Century Asian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Silverplate Footed Covered Bowl with Stag Lid and Side Handles and Hoof Feet

H 12.5 in W 17 in D 8.75 in

René Lalique, France, Rare "Lys" Bowl on Feet, 1920s

Located in Copenhagen, DK

René Lalique (1860-1945), France. Rare "Lys" bowl on feet in clear and orange mouth blown art

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

René Lalique, France, Rare "Lys" Bowl on Feet, 1920s

H 4.34 in Dm 9.45 in

L.C. Tiffany Gold Favrile Art Glass Floral Design Bowl with Pulled Feet 1909

By Louis Comfort Tiffany

Located in Cathedral City, CA

. This bowl features four "pulled" stick feet on a bulbous body with flared and fluted lip which is

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

L.C. Tiffany Gold Favrile Art Glass Floral Design Bowl with Pulled Feet 1909

H 3.5 in Dm 6 in

Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Studio-linie. Porcelain bowl on three feet

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Tapio Wirkkala (1915-1985) for Rosenthal Studio-linie, "Century Blütentraum". Porcelain bowl on

Category

Early 2000s German Serving Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Studio-linie. Porcelain bowl on three feet

H 3.94 in Dm 6.7 in

20th Century Italian Solid Silver Empire Style Sugar Bowl on Feet

By Arval Argenti Valenza

Located in VALENZA, IT

Important Italian sugar bowl in 800 solid silver made in Florence. The Empire style is

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Empire Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

20th Century Italian Solid Silver Empire Style Sugar Bowl on Feet

H 6.7 in W 7.49 in D 4.73 in

Porcelain Compote Pierced Basket Bowl w/Lion Paw Feet Regency Empire Style

By Vista Alegre

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful oblong white and gold pierced 'Paris Porcelain' style porcelain compote basket bowl

Category

Mid-20th Century Portuguese Regency Decorative Baskets

Materials

Gold

Porcelain Compote Pierced Basket Bowl w/Lion Paw Feet Regency Empire Style

H 4.75 in W 11.75 in D 6.5 in

Silver Huge Lidded Bowl on Feet, Germany - Hanau, circa 1907-1910 1771 GRAMS

Located in Vienna, AT

scrolls and lockets). The oblong bellied bowl having slightly domed lid is attached to four feet shaped as

Category

Early 20th Century German Victorian Decorative Bowls

Silver Huge Lidded Bowl on Feet, Germany - Hanau, circa 1907-1910 1771 GRAMS

H 8.8 in W 12 in D 6 in

Neoclassical Lidded Bowl with Ram's Heads

Located in Elkhart, IN

A gorgeous neoclassical grand tour style gilt metal lidded bowl featuring ram's heads and dolphin

Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Bowls

Materials

Metal

Neoclassical Lidded Bowl with Ram's Heads

H 8 in W 6.25 in D 6.25 in

Art Deco Lidded Pot on Three Rectangular Feet with Drip Glazes

By Thulin

Located in Verviers, BE

A Classic example of Art Deco earthenware, this lidded bowl (bonbonniere / tobacco pot / sugar bowl

Category

Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Lidded Pot on Three Rectangular Feet with Drip Glazes

H 5.91 in Dm 5.91 in

English Sheffield Dish with Lion’s Paw Feet by Smith, Sissons & Co. '1810-1840'

Located in Kenilworth, IL

Old Sheffield flat bottomed cylindrical soufflé dish on four foliate, cast scroll feet, and applied

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Serving Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver, Copper

English Sheffield Dish with Lion’s Paw Feet by Smith, Sissons & Co. '1810-1840'

H 3.25 in Dm 9.25 in

Wrought Iron Tripod Washstand with Enameled Copper Bowl

Located in Baltimore, MD

feet, joined by two iron rings and a lipped shelf 7” in diameter. In old worn and chipped sage green

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Vanities

Materials

Copper, Wrought Iron

Wrought Iron Tripod Washstand with Enameled Copper Bowl

H 30.5 in W 27 in D 20 in

Sterling Silver Hammered Repousse Bowl with Leaves & Vine Motifs

Located in New York, NY

Sterling silver, hammered 20th century bowl with repousse leaves and vine motifs, standing on 3

Category

20th Century Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Hammered Repousse Bowl with Leaves & Vine Motifs

H 2.5 in Dm 8.3 in

1940s Antique Round Moroccan Brass Serving Dish with Dome Lid and Paw Lion Feet.

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Antique round Moroccan brass dish with dome lid and paw lion feet. Beautiful Moroccan handcrafted

Category

Early 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Serving Pieces

Materials

Brass

1940s Antique Round Moroccan Brass Serving Dish with Dome Lid and Paw Lion Feet.

H 9.5 in Dm 9 in

Antique Sterling Silver Bowl with Blue Glass Liner 1909

By Rene Briceau

Located in London, GB

hoofed feet topped with ornate rams heads. The sides of the Bowl are pierced and adorned with chased

Category

Early 20th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Bowl with Blue Glass Liner 1909

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H 5.52 in W 322.17 in D 7.21 in

Chinese Bowl Adorned with Cloisonné Enamel and Arabic Inscriptions

Located in London, GB

its rim, feet, and handles. The surface of the bowl is profusely decorated with cloisonné enamel work

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Metalwork

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu, Bronze

Chinese Bowl Adorned with Cloisonné Enamel and Arabic Inscriptions

H 7.88 in Dm 9.06 in

South American Silver Tureen/ Covered Bowl with Camel Finial

Located in New York, NY

, in a circular shape, standing on 3 paw and ball feet, and with a camel finial. It measures 10 3/4

Category

20th Century South American Soup Tureens

Materials

Silver

South American Silver Tureen/ Covered Bowl with Camel Finial

H 10.75 in W 10 in D 10 in

Japanese Imari Bowl Centerpiece with French Ormolu Mounts, circa 1900

Located in Austin, TX

Period Japanese Imari Porcelain bowl with French gilt metal ormolu mounts, late 19th-early 20th century

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Japonisme Centerpieces

Materials

Ormolu

Japanese Imari Bowl Centerpiece with French Ormolu Mounts, circa 1900

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H 9 in W 18 in D 11 in

Footed Staffordshire Bowl

Located in Wilson, NC

bowl is raised on gilded paw feet

Category

Antique 1850s English Serving Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Footed Staffordshire Bowl

H 4 in W 9.38 in D 9.5 in

Emile Gallé for St. Clement, Nancy, Antique Bowl with Handle

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Emile Gallé for St. Clement, Nancy. Antique bowl with a handle on three feet in hand painted

Category

Antique 1870s French Arts and Crafts Ceramics

Materials

Faience

Emile Gallé for St. Clement, Nancy, Antique Bowl with Handle

H 1.97 in Dm 5.91 in

KPM Reticulated Bowl with Raised Pink Flowers and Painted Birds

By KPM Porcelain

Located in Boston, MA

This is a fabulous KPM bowl beautifully decorated with reticulation and raised pink flowers. Each

Category

Antique 1890s German Romantic Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

KPM Reticulated Bowl with Raised Pink Flowers and Painted Birds

H 4.75 in W 14 in D 8 in

Redfield & Rice Silver Plated Etruscan Handled Bowl with Classical Motifs

Located in New York, NY

of the ovoid form. The bowl rests on four cloven feet, resembling those belonging to an Etruscan ram

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Redfield & Rice Silver Plated Etruscan Handled Bowl with Classical Motifs

H 3.5 in W 13.5 in D 7.5 in

Antique Gorham Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Bowl with Repouse Floral Decoration

By Gorham

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

flowers. The bowl is monogrammed in script and stands on four feet, with an ornate floral motif. The bowl

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Gorham Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Bowl with Repouse Floral Decoration

H 2.75 in W 13 in D 9.6 in

French Limoges Porcelain Bowl with Green Bouquet of Roses and Underplate

By Limoges

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French Limoges porcelain bowl from the late 19th century, with green bouquet of roses décor

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Serving Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

French Limoges Porcelain Bowl with Green Bouquet of Roses and Underplate

H 4.25 in Dm 12.25 in

Viennese Art Nouveau Silver Centerpiece With Original Glass Bowl, Around 1900

By Vincenz Carl Dub 1

Located in Vienna, AT

Elegant silver centerpiece on a round, multi-stepped curved base with four square rocaille feet

Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Viennese Art Nouveau Silver Centerpiece With Original Glass Bowl, Around 1900

H 10.44 in Dm 11.42 in

Fabulous Mid-Century Glass Bowl Floral Décor with Red Enamel Accents

Located in Bochum, NRW

A gorgeous crystal glass bowl on 3 small feet. Richly decorated with etched roses and cherry

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Blown Glass

Fabulous Mid-Century Glass Bowl Floral Décor with Red Enamel Accents

H 3.94 in Dm 7.09 in

Antique Anglo-Irish Cut Crystal Centerpiece Bowl with Silver Plated Stand

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique cut crystal and silver plated centerpiece bowl is hallmarked, but the maker is unknown

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Irish Victorian Centerpieces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Antique Anglo-Irish Cut Crystal Centerpiece Bowl with Silver Plated Stand

H 8 in W 17 in D 7.25 in

Moorcroft Art Pottery 'Fuchsia' Footed Lamp with Lightolier Glass Reflector Bowl

By Moorcroft Pottery, Lightolier

Located in Cincinnati, OH

edge and four scrolling feet. The top of the lamp has a simple metal cap topped by a decorative foliate

Category

Vintage 1940s English Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Moorcroft Art Pottery 'Fuchsia' Footed Lamp with Lightolier Glass Reflector Bowl

H 26.88 in Dm 6 in

Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Studio-linie. Porcelain bowl with a flower motif.

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Tapio Wirkkala (1915-1985) for Rosenthal Studio-linie, "Century Blütentraum". Porcelain bowl on

Category

Early 2000s German Serving Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Studio-linie. Porcelain bowl with a flower motif.

H 4.34 in Dm 7.49 in

WAS Benson style Arts & Crafts silver-plate centrepiece with conical shaped bowl

Located in London, GB

WAS Benson style. An Arts & Crafts silver-plate centerpiece with conical shaped bowl raised on

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

WAS Benson style Arts & Crafts silver-plate centrepiece with conical shaped bowl

H 5.32 in W 10.67 in D 10.67 in

A silver rose bowl

By John & William Deakin

Located in London, GB

Fully hallmarked in Sheffield 1920 by John and William Deakin. Placed on four feet, this rose bowl

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

A silver rose bowl

H 3.94 in Dm 8.27 in

Mid-Century French Silvered Bronze Surtout de Table Centerpiece with Glass Bowl

Located in Dallas, TX

ending with acanthus leaf feet over a pierced scalloped apron embellished with leaf motifs. The vine form

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Centerpieces

Materials

Bronze, Silver Plate

Mid-Century French Silvered Bronze Surtout de Table Centerpiece with Glass Bowl

H 19.5 in W 9 in D 9 in

Bird'n Fish Bowl

Located in Paris, FR

bowl bird'n fish all in hand-painted porcelain, with bronze handles and feet.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Bird'n Fish Bowl

H 11.42 in W 14.18 in D 7.09 in

Hand Hammered Copper Bowl

Located in Tilburg, NL

Beautiful little hand hammered bowl in copper with playful feet. Simple forms but very sculptural

Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Copper

Hand Hammered Copper Bowl

H 2.76 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

George III Style Silver Plated Oval Center Bowl with Cut Glass Liner

By Martin Hall & Co.

Located in Stamford, CT

Spectacular 19th century George III style silver plated oval center bowl with cut glass liner on a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century George III Decorative Bowls

Materials

Metal

George III Style Silver Plated Oval Center Bowl with Cut Glass Liner

H 12 in W 7.5 in D 4.5 in

Chinese Export Silver Bowl

By Tu Mao Xing

Located in London, GB

A Chinese export silver oval bowl or jardiniere, made by Tu Mao Xing, '涂茂興‘, circa 1890. There are

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Silver

Chinese Export Silver Bowl

H 3.75 in W 9.45 in D 6.7 in

19th Century George Jones Four-Part Majolica Porcelain Serving Bowl with Daisies

By George Jones

Located in Atlanta, GA

An English Victorian period brown, green and turquoise four-part Majolica porcelain serving bowl

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Porcelain

Materials

Majolica, Porcelain

19th Century George Jones Four-Part Majolica Porcelain Serving Bowl with Daisies

H 7 in W 11.5 in D 11.25 in

Art Deco Machine Age Translucent Glass Center Bowl with Sterling Silver Overlay

Located in New York, NY

This stunning Art Deco Machine Age center bowl was realized in the United States circa 1935. It

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Machine Age Translucent Glass Center Bowl with Sterling Silver Overlay

H 4.75 in Dm 12 in

Japanese Antique Zen Rosewood Mala Prayer Bead String 800 Beads With Alms Bowl

Located in South Burlington, VT

Rare find!: 24 feet long Zen monk Mala Prayer Bead String plus original wooden alms bowl with its

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Zen Rosewood Mala Prayer Bead String 800 Beads With Alms Bowl

H 0.6 in W 283 in D 0.6 in

Art Nouveau Silver Centerpiece with Karyatides and Glass Bowl, Vienna, ca 1900

By Viennese Manufactory

Located in Vienna, AT

Large centerpiece on a cambered, round, engine-turned base with three equilaterally placed feet

Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Art Nouveau Silver Centerpiece with Karyatides and Glass Bowl, Vienna, ca 1900

H 11.62 in W 19.49 in D 12.41 in

20th Century Art Nouveau Silver Basket With Ambercolored Glass Bowl, AT ca. 1900

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Extraordinary 20th century silver bowl or centerpiece from the early Art Nouveau in Austria around

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver

20th Century Art Nouveau Silver Basket With Ambercolored Glass Bowl, AT ca. 1900

H 3.54 in Dm 8.7 in

Cruller Bowl: Twisted Edge Stone Bowl in Beige Biscotti by Anastasio Home

By Gabriela Anastasio Holloway

Located in Torrington, CT

Cruller Bowl is a heavy set, nine-inch round bowl cut from a single piece of solid stone, hand-finished in

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Travertine

Cruller Bowl: Twisted Edge Stone Bowl in Beige Biscotti by Anastasio Home

H 3 in Dm 9 in

Cruller Bowl: Twisted Edge Stone Bowl in Marigold Jaisalmer by Anastasio Home

By Gabriela Anastasio Holloway

Located in Torrington, CT

Cruller Bowl is a limited edition functional object d'art carved from a single cube of Jaisalmer

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Marble, Stone

Cruller Bowl: Twisted Edge Stone Bowl in Marigold Jaisalmer by Anastasio Home

H 3 in Dm 9 in

Footed Sage Ceramic Planter/Bowl

Located in Norwalk, CT

mottled glaze in a sage/gray tone with charcoal glazed matte feet. It can be used as a fruit bowl and is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Footed Sage Ceramic Planter/Bowl

H 5 in W 8.25 in D 8.25 in

Antique Sterling Silver Sugar Bowl

By Pairpoint Brothers 1

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver sugar bowl; an

Category

Vintage 1920s British Decorative Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Sugar Bowl

H 2.4 in W 4.9 in D 4.9 in

Sterling Silver Tea Strainer & Bowl

By Webster Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Attention fellow tea lovers this darling tea strainer is sterling silver! The crystal bowl also has

Category

Vintage 1930s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Tea Strainer & Bowl

H 2 in W 4 in D 2 in

Ruffle Bowl: Dark Green Folded Edge Emerald Marble Bowl by Anastasio Home

By Gabriela Anastasio Holloway

Located in Torrington, CT

Ruffle Bowl is a limited edition functional object d'art carved from a single cube of Dark Green

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stone, Marble

Ruffle Bowl: Dark Green Folded Edge Emerald Marble Bowl by Anastasio Home

H 5 in Dm 10 in

KPM Openwork Bowl with Raised Pink Flowers and Painted Birds on Both Sides

By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)

Located in Boston, MA

This is a fabulous KPM bowl beautifully decorated with reticulation and raised pink flowers. Each

Category

Antique 1890s German Romantic Centerpieces

Materials

Porcelain

KPM Openwork Bowl with Raised Pink Flowers and Painted Birds on Both Sides

H 4.75 in W 14 in D 8 in

Bowl Console Table by Wentz

By Guilherme Wentz

Located in Geneve, CH

Bowl Console Table by Wentz Dimensions: D 45 x W 165 x H 80 cm Materials: Steel, Ceramic, Stainless

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Bowl Console Table by Wentz

H 31.5 in W 64.97 in D 17.72 in

Bowl Coffee Table by Wentz

By Guilherme Wentz

Located in Geneve, CH

Bowl Coffee Table by Wentz Dimensions: D 45 x W 165 x H 30 cm Materials: Steel, Ceramic, Stainless

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Bowl Coffee Table by Wentz

H 11.82 in W 64.97 in D 17.72 in

Modern Silver and Brass Bowl

Located in Palm Beach, FL

and brass ball feet. The hammered bowl with sleek lines has two brass handles for serving that are

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

Modern Silver and Brass Bowl

H 12 in W 25.5 in D 21 in

Tapio Wirkkala Bronze Bowl TW491

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Toronto, Ontario

A very nice and rather large solid bronze bowl by Tapio Wirkkala for Kultakeskus Oy, ca. 1974

Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Bowls and Baskets

Materials

Bronze

Tapio Wirkkala Bronze Bowl TW491

Antique Sterling Silver Presentation Bowl, 1937

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

sterling silver bowl is supported by a plain quatrefoil shaped spreading base with four tri-lobed feet

Category

Vintage 1930s British Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Presentation Bowl, 1937

H 9.3 in Dm 12.6 in

ClassiCon Bowl for firewood, mod. 1191

Located in Greding, DE

Elegant polished steel bowl for firewood with curved surface and cylindrical feet. Stamped on the

Category

20th Century Italian Napoleon III Decorative Bowls

Materials

Steel

ClassiCon Bowl for firewood, mod. 1191

H 7.49 in W 26.58 in D 15.75 in

Large French Bronze Mounted Bowl

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Heavy cut glass with bronze surrounds supported by lion paws feet. Wonderful quality.

Category

Early 20th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Large French Bronze Mounted Bowl

H 4.5 in Dm 10 in

Swedish Carved Wooden Bowl, circa 1880

Located in Round Top, TX

Original Swedish folk art pine carved wooden bowl with light patina. These bowls were used

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Decorative Bowls

Materials

Pine, Paint

Swedish Carved Wooden Bowl, circa 1880

H 3.25 in W 23.75 in D 9 in

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Find many varieties of an authentic bowl with feet available at 1stDibs. A bowl with feet — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer bowl with feet, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A bowl with feet, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Arts and Crafts style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Emil Milan and Tuttle Silver Company each produced at least one beautiful bowl with feet that is worth considering.

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Why are grandfather clocks 6 feet tall?
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Most historians believe that early grandfather clocks were 6 feet tall because the long case was required to hold a pendulum of adequate length to power their movement. Some clocks are even larger, though this is likely to give them a more substantial, decorative look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of grandfather clocks.
How many feet around a table do you need?
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How many feet around a table you need depends on how many people you need to seat. Each diner will need about 24 inches of space to eat comfortably. To determine the minimum length table you should buy, multiple the number of people by 24. If you intend to seat people on the ends, subtract two. If not, skip this step. Divide the number by two to arrive at the minimum length measurement. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique and vintage dining tables.
Why are dough bowls called dough bowls?
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Dough bowls are called dough bowls because of how they were first used. In Colonial America, women mixed ingredients for bread dough in wooden bowls and then used the vessels as a surface for kneading. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage dough bowls.
What is a Champagne Bowl?
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What is compote bowl?
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A compote bowl is a dish used to hold fruits, nuts or sweets. It is recognizable by its vase-shaped dish on top, with a footed base stem and sometimes a lid. Compote bowls are made either out of glass or porcelain. On 1stDibs, find a collection of compote bowls from some of the world’s top sellers.
What is a raku bowl?
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A raku bowl is a round, deep piece of pottery with an open top that is made of raku pottery. This Japanese traditional pottery is highly porous and usually features lead glazes. On 1stDibs, find a range of raku pottery.
What can I do with a punch bowl?
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What is an Imari bowl?
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An Imari bowl refers to a style of porcelain bowl. Imari usually features beautiful and intricate naturalistic design that most often is rooted in three colors, namely, blue, reddish-orange and gold. It's named after the Japanese port Arita, from where it was originally exported in the late 17th century or so. Find a collection of antique and vintage bowls on 1stDibs today.
What is the best fruit bowl?
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What is a kava bowl used for?
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A finger bowl is to rinse one's fingers in the bowl of water with a lemon after the last course of the meal.
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What is a Chinese fish bowl?
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A Chinese fish bowl is a large porcelain bowl, usually supported on a wooden stand. Oftentimes confused with planters or jardinieres, fish bowls will always have images of swimming fish or water plants to the interior of the bowl.
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A wood dough bowl is a wooden vessel that is used to mix dough for baking. Shop a collection of antique and vintage wooden dough bowls from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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What are Chinese bowls called?
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Chinese bowls are often made from porcelain and are referred to as porcelain bowls or china. Prized by collectors worldwide for centuries, Chinese porcelain bowls are known for their excellent craftsmanship and elaborate decorations. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of authentic Chinese porcelain from some of the world’s top sellers.
What is a soup bowl called?
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A soup bowl, with respect to serving soup, is called a tureen. It can also be used as a serving dish for stews and gravies. Soup bowls, which can also refer to bowls from which you eat soup, are merely known as bowls. Tureens can be made of ceramic material, metal, silver and more. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary soup bowls and tureens from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is a tea bowl used for?
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