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.

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 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 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 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.

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 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 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 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.

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 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 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 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 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 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 is a Chinese fish bowl?

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Bowl With Feet

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

Large Bowl in Brass with 3 Round Feet, Italy 1970's

H 3.55 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in

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

By Oscar Bruno Bach

Located in Philadelphia, PA

architecture, and Spanish decorative arts in the 1920s, this marvelous bowl-cum-sculpture features a grand

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

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

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

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

Porcelain Compote Basket Bowl Lion Paw Feet 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 Basket Bowl Lion Paw Feet Empire Style

H 4.75 in W 11.75 in D 6.5 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

Circa 1900 English Silver Plated Oak Bowl with Servers

Located in High Point, NC

Period Edwardian turned oak serving bowl with silver plated rim, feet and handles. The bowl insert

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

Circa 1900 English Silver Plated Oak Bowl with Servers

H 5.25 in W 12 in D 10.5 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

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

Antique Victorian Quality Cranberry Glass Lidded Bowl

Located in Ipswich, GB

off lid on a cranberry glass bowl with ornate glass feet

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Glass

Materials

Glass

Antique Victorian Quality Cranberry Glass Lidded Bowl

H 6.3 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in

Pewter Bowl by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark

By Just Andersen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget

Located in Værløse, DK

pewter bowl on feet with flora ornaments * Designer: Just Andersen * Style: 8 * Manufacturer: GAB

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Pewter

Pewter Bowl by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark

H 4.34 in Dm 8.27 in

Silver Sugar Bowl, Gebrüder Gerike, Berlin, 1830–1840

Located in Greding, DE

Small and finely crafted silver sugar bowl resting on paw feet with an octagonal body. The lid

Category

Antique 1830s German Victorian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver

Silver Sugar Bowl, Gebrüder Gerike, Berlin, 1830–1840

H 3.15 in W 6.7 in D 4.73 in

Japanese Glazed Ceramic Bowl by Makuzu Kozan

By Makuzu Kozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

rectangular seal. The bowl is in the form of "monk's alms bowl" and supported with three short feet. The shape

Category

Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Glazed Ceramic Bowl by Makuzu Kozan

H 3.25 in Dm 6.25 in

Unique Tornado blue glass bowl by Allan Scharff

By Allan Scharff

Located in San Francisco, CA

A unique Tornado blue glass bowl with three feet by Allan Scharff for Holmegaard Glass.

Category

Early 2000s Danish Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass

Unique Tornado blue glass bowl by Allan Scharff

H 10.25 in Dm 13.5 in

1900s, Sterling Silver Serving Bowl on Removable Base

Located in Los Angeles, CA

claw feet. Bowl has handles. Diameter of the bowl is 11.5" Diameter of the base is 12" Engraved with

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

1900s, Sterling Silver Serving Bowl on Removable Base

H 8 in Dm 12 in

Georg Jensen, Sigvard Bernadotte, Modern sterling silver bowl

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Sterling silver bowl with round fluted feet, designed by Sigvard Bernadotte. Made in the period 1945

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen, Sigvard Bernadotte, Modern sterling silver bowl

H 2.37 in Dm 6.3 in

XX Century Italian Solid Silver 800 Two-compartment sugar bowl

By Vavassori

Located in VALENZA, IT

sugar bowl, 4 feet made with the casting technique, always in Art Deco style, have been welded to raise

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

XX Century Italian Solid Silver 800 Two-compartment sugar bowl

H 3.94 in W 5.12 in D 3.15 in

LB Lg Silver Plate Handled Scalloped Footed Bowl Dish Center Piece

Located in Clifton Forge, VA

This is a fine looking silver plate scalloped large bowl with beautiful handles and feet that would

Category

Mid-20th Century American Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

LB Lg Silver Plate Handled Scalloped Footed Bowl Dish Center Piece

H 4.5 in W 17 in D 11.25 in

Antique Caviar ball footbowl 800 Silver Germany bowl glass insert & 830er Spoon

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique Germany Caviar ball feet bowl with Spoon & glass insert, gilded Bowl is 800 silver Spoon

Category

Antique 19th Century German Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver

Antique Caviar ball footbowl 800 Silver Germany bowl glass insert & 830er Spoon

H 1.58 in Dm 1.97 in

Antique Decorative Fruit Bowl, French, Lead Glass, Dish, Art Deco, circa 1920

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Attractive cherry and leaf pattern in relief to the bowl exterior, with raised cherry feet With maker's mark

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Antique Decorative Fruit Bowl, French, Lead Glass, Dish, Art Deco, circa 1920

H 2.56 in W 9.06 in D 9.06 in

Emile Gallé for St. Clement, Nancy, Antique Art Nouveau Bowl in Faience

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Emile Gallé for St. Clement, Nancy. Antique art nouveau bowl in hand-painted faience with feet

Category

Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls

Materials

Faience

Emile Gallé for St. Clement, Nancy, Antique Art Nouveau Bowl in Faience

H 4.73 in W 12.6 in D 10.24 in

Willy Guhl Cauldron Planter, 1960s Switzerland

By Willy Guhl

Located in Los Angeles, CA

patina throughout with modulating shades of green, white, and orange lichen. Three feet with bowl on top

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete

Willy Guhl Cauldron Planter, 1960s Switzerland

H 8.5 in Dm 18.63 in

Jacques Blin blue ceramic pocket pipe holder - G414

By Jacques Blin

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Ceramic pipe rest or bowl by the French artist Jacques Blin dating from the 60s. Small oval bowl

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Jacques Blin blue ceramic pocket pipe holder - G414

H 2.37 in W 9.45 in D 2.76 in

Very large Modernist Garden Planter 20th Century

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

outside. Date from the 1990s. Wonderful large bowl shape planter with three pointed feet details, raising

Category

20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Plastic

Very large Modernist Garden Planter 20th Century

H 20.87 in Dm 35.83 in

Mid-20th Century Silver Plate Grape Stand Centerpiece

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Midcentury silver plate grape stand featuring a ruffled edge bowl with ball feet and a simple

Category

Mid-20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Mid-20th Century Silver Plate Grape Stand Centerpiece

H 8.5 in Dm 10.12 in

Japanese Porcelain Serving Set Ladle Spoon

Located in New York, NY

includes bowl with ball feet, plate, and ladle spoon. All hand painted with desert palm scene. Plate and

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Serving Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Porcelain Serving Set Ladle Spoon

H 3 in Dm 5.57 in

Gio Ponti Tea / coffee set from the Parco dei Principi hotel in Rome 1960s circa

By Calderoni, Gio Ponti

Located in Roma, IT

Jug 1 sugar bowl 1 Tray with feet Each of these pieces is made of silver-plated "Alpacca" and is

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate, Nickel

Gio Ponti Tea / coffee set from the Parco dei Principi hotel in Rome 1960s circa

H 5.91 in W 10.63 in D 7.09 in

Antique 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Siena Marble Model of a Sarcophagus

By Benedetto Boschetti

Located in New York, NY

basin atop a rouge marble base. The Siena marble is shaped like an elongated bowl with dense lion’s feet

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Grand Tour Planters, Cachepots and Jard...

Materials

Marble, Siena Marble

Antique 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Siena Marble Model of a Sarcophagus

H 5.5 in W 11.25 in D 5 in

Mappin and Webb Gilt Silver Plate Floral Leaf Design Grape Holder Stand

By Mappin & Webb

Located in Miami Beach, FL

The classic design of this grape stand is a blend of the effect of rippling water in its bowl

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

Mappin and Webb Gilt Silver Plate Floral Leaf Design Grape Holder Stand

H 11 in W 7.75 in D 10 in

An American Sterling Bowl with Tusk Feet, made in 1901

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Houston, TX

This unique sterling bowl, supported by sterling-capped tusks, was custom ordered in 1901 from The

Category

Early 20th Century American Serving Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver

An American Sterling Bowl with Tusk Feet, made in 1901

Dm 12 in

Jaru Crackle Finish Bowl

By Jaru

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Large centerpiece bowl with unusual ball feet marked Jaru. The company was actually started by

Category

Vintage 1980s American Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Jaru Crackle Finish Bowl

H 5.25 in Dm 15 in

Burmese Offering Bowl, Laquarware, Myanmar, Early 20th Century

Located in Basel, BS

bamboo core and polychrome lacquer finish, consisting of a large, ribbed bowl on small feet, a bowl with

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Lacquer

Materials

Bamboo

Burmese Offering Bowl, Laquarware, Myanmar, Early 20th Century

H 14.18 in Dm 13.98 in

Willy Guhl Planter

By Willy Guhl

Located in New Orleans, LA

slab of Eternit (a fibrous concrete material) moulded into a bowl with feet.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete

Willy Guhl Planter

H 9 in Dm 18.75 in

Willy Guhl Planter

By Willy Guhl

Located in New Orleans, LA

slab of Eternit (a fibrous concrete material) moulded into a bowl with feet.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete

Willy Guhl Planter

H 9 in Dm 18.75 in

Willy Guhl Planter

By Willy Guhl

Located in New Orleans, LA

slab of Eternit (a fibrous concrete material) moulded into a bowl with feet.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete

Willy Guhl Planter

H 9 in Dm 18.75 in

3 Mixed Metal Biomorphic Bowl With Ball Feet

Located in North Miami, FL

3 beautiful metals mesh and meet in this biomorphic shaped bowl; copper, brass and silver... no

Category

20th Century American Tableware

3 Mixed Metal Biomorphic Bowl With Ball Feet

H 2 in W 8.75 in D 6.25 in

Perlita Silversmith Mexican Sterling Silver Bowl with 3 Ball Feet Modernism

Located in Big Bend, WI

Perlita Silversmith Modernist Mexican sterling silver bowl made by Perlita Silversmith. The piece

Category

20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Perlita Silversmith Mexican Sterling Silver Bowl with 3 Ball Feet Modernism

H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in

MRR of Taxco Mexican Mexico Sterling Silver Square Bowl with Applied Feet

Located in Big Bend, WI

Perlita. It has a square shape and applied ball feet. The bowl measures 2 3/4 x 4, and it weighs 5.1 ozt

Category

20th Century Mexican Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

MRR of Taxco Mexican Mexico Sterling Silver Square Bowl with Applied Feet

H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in

Lamerie by Tuttle Sterling Silver Bowl with Three Applied Shell Feet #1273

By Tuttle Silver Company

Located in Big Bend, WI

Lamerie by Tuttle Wonderful Lamerie by Tuttle sterling silver bowl with three applied shell feet

Category

20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Lamerie by Tuttle Sterling Silver Bowl with Three Applied Shell Feet #1273

H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in

Sterling Silver Sculptural Tear Drop Tray Or Bowl with Three Ball Feet Signed

Located in North Miami, FL

This beautiful hallmarked mid century modern sterling silver bowl and or tray has a beautiful

Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Sculptural Tear Drop Tray Or Bowl with Three Ball Feet Signed

H 6 in W 12 in D 8 in

19th Century English Wooden and Silver Plated Bowl on Hoof Feet with Deer Motifs

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a dining table or a console with this elegant antique bowl. Crafted in England circa 1880

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Black Forest Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century English Wooden and Silver Plated Bowl on Hoof Feet with Deer Motifs

H 8 in W 14.5 in D 10.5 in

Brass Shell Catch All with Small Shell Feet

Located in South Salem, NY

1970s Hollywood Regency solid brass dish in the shape of a clamshell. Lovely catchall bowl with

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

Brass Shell Catch All with Small Shell Feet

H 3 in W 7 in D 6.5 in

Hammertone Silver Bowl, Vienna, circa 1922 with Hallmarking

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Beautiful 800 silver Art deco bowl on three ball feet. With the austrian "Tucan" authority

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver

Hammertone Silver Bowl, Vienna, circa 1922 with Hallmarking

H 3.15 in Dm 9.85 in

German Ceramic Footed Bowl

Located in Round Top, TX

A German ceramic bowl atop three curved feet with a glazed interior, used for separating cream

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

German Ceramic Footed Bowl

H 4.5 in W 14 in D 14 in

Murano Glass Bowl, Italy, 1996

Located in Greding, DE

Beautiful Murano glass bowl in blue with feet.

Category

1990s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Murano Glass

Murano Glass Bowl, Italy, 1996

H 7.09 in W 26.78 in D 13.39 in

Pretty Antique Victorian quality cranberry glass lidded bowl

Located in Ipswich, GB

glass lift off lid on a cranberry glass bowl with ornate glass feet

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Glass

Materials

Glass

Pretty Antique Victorian quality cranberry glass lidded bowl

H 6.3 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Georg Jensen. Sigvard Bernadotte Modern Sterling Silver Bowl

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Sterling silver bowl with round fluted feet, designed by Sigvard Bernadotte. Made in the period 1945-77

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen. Sigvard Bernadotte Modern Sterling Silver Bowl

H 2.37 in Dm 6.3 in

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Scroll Footed Bowl, #23379 #6139

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Washington Depot, CT

down the side of the bowl to scrolled leaf feet with small berry and smaller leaf accents. Measures

Category

20th Century Unknown Serving Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Scroll Footed Bowl, #23379 #6139

H 4.87 in Dm 9 in

Oblong Bowl in Hallmarked Silver by Danish Silversmith Christian Fr. Heise, 1904

By Christian F. Heise

Located in Lejre, DK

Oblong bowl on feet and with handles on each site in hallmarked silver by Danish silversmith

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver

Oblong Bowl in Hallmarked Silver by Danish Silversmith Christian Fr. Heise, 1904

H 3.55 in W 12.21 in D 7.29 in

George Jones Majolica Dog Bowl, Glazed in Turquoise, Pink Interior, Dated 1884

By George Jones

Located in Banner Elk, NC

corresponds to the entry 'Dog Bowl with three feet, acanthus leaves on....' in the George Jones Majolica

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

George Jones Majolica Dog Bowl, Glazed in Turquoise, Pink Interior, Dated 1884

H 4.25 in Dm 12 in

French Ceramic Bull Vide Poche by Albert Thiry

By Albert Thiry

Located in Los Angeles, CA

ceramic bowl with four small feet. Ceramic has white-grey glaze with blue and green painted floral motif

Category

Mid-20th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

French Ceramic Bull Vide Poche by Albert Thiry

H 4.25 in W 7.5 in D 6 in

French Ceramic Bull Vide Poche by Albert Thiry

By Albert Thiry

Located in Los Angeles, CA

ceramic bowl with four small feet. Ceramic has white-grey glaze with blue and green painted floral motif

Category

Mid-20th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

French Ceramic Bull Vide Poche by Albert Thiry

H 5.25 in W 7.25 in D 6 in

Stone Holy Water Font

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carved stone Holy water font with the image of Christ on the cross, with the bowl at his feet. The

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Decorative Art

Materials

Stone

Stone Holy Water Font

H 16 in Dm 13 in

Baroque Armchairs, Holland, Mid-18th Century

Located in Greding, DE

Two similar designed Dutch armchairs on claw-and-bowl feet with H-shaped strutting. Long backrests

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Baroque Armchairs

Materials

Fruitwood

Baroque Armchairs, Holland, Mid-18th Century

H 43.9 in W 25.2 in D 16.93 in

Set of Three Brass Lion Motif Firetools

Located in Greenwich, CT

hinge and lion paws to tong feet. Shovel bowl with piercework bell decoration, poker with forged iron

Category

Antique 1880s English Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Set of Three Brass Lion Motif Firetools

H 25 in W 5 in D 3 in

Collection of Malachite Objects

Located in Atlanta, GA

obelisk measures 15.75" height x 3.5" width and is $750. The malachite bowl with brass trim and feet

Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Decorative Objects

Materials

Malachite, Brass, Metal

Collection of Malachite Objects

H 15.75 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in

Antique Victorian Silverplate Centrepiece Cut Crystal 19th Century

Located in London, GB

bunches of grapes supporting a cut crystal bowl. Standing on tripartite feet with beautifully engraved

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silverplate Centrepiece Cut Crystal 19th Century

H 11.82 in W 9.06 in D 9.06 in

Art Deco Alabaster Floor Lamp

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

the base, which finishes with a domed bowl shape with flat bun feet. Currently unwired, but would

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

Art Deco Alabaster Floor Lamp

H 56.5 in W 13.75 in D 13.75 in

Art Deco Alabaster Floor Lamp

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

the base, which finishes with a domed bowl shape with flat bun feet. Currently un-wired, but would

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

Art Deco Alabaster Floor Lamp

H 56.5 in W 13.75 in D 13.75 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.

How Much is a Bowl With Feet?

Prices for a bowl with feet can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $175 and can go as high as $2,900, while the average can fetch as much as $505.

Questions About Bowl With Feet

Why are grandfather clocks 6 feet tall?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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 raku bowl?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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 is an Imari bowl?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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 can I do with a punch bowl?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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 compote bowl?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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 potpourri bowl?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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 a Champagne Bowl?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
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 soup bowl called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
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 the purpose of a dough bowl?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.
What is a tea bowl used for?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
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 are Chinese bowls called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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 the best fruit bowl?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
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 wood dough bowl?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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 finger bowls used for?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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 kava bowl used for?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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 is a Chinese fish bowl?
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Lotus GalleryMarch 17, 2021
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.