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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The origin of the three wise monkeys comes from a Japanese saying that translates to "speak no evil, see no evil and hear no evil." A carving over the door of the Tōshō-gū shrine in Nikkō, Japan, produced during the 17th century is one of the earliest known visual representations of the concept. On 1stDibs, find a selection of art and decorative objects depicting the three wise monkeys.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025The famous Danish wooden monkey is a work by designer Kay Bojesen. He became world-famous for creating wooden toys that had a soulful presence and an impish sense of humor. With more than 2,000 pieces to his name, he was one of Denmark's most prolific artisans in the 20th century. He is best known for his playful and cheerful monkeys. Find a selection of Kay Bojesen pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The three wise monkeys represent the idea that a person should see no evil, hear no evil and speak no evil. This imagery comes from a Japanese saying and grew in popularity during the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find a variety of art and decorative objects depicting the three wise monkeys.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A server would use a monkey dish to present nuts and other small finger foods and condiments. The name comes from the centuries-old practice of giving a small portion of food to a monkey to determine if it was poisoned. Shop a collection of monkey dishes on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dough 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 can I do with a punch bowl?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022You 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 a raku bowl?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021An 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 compote bowl?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Potpourri 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Serving 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A 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 are Chinese bowls called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Tea 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 best fruit bowl?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yellow 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether 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.
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