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18th/19th Century Swedish Wabi-Sabi Hand-Carved Birch Bowl with Maker’s Mark

$1,317.51
£976.35
€1,100
CA$1,798.66
A$2,000.93
CHF 1,048.91
MX$24,450.90
NOK 13,356.61
SEK 12,573.40
DKK 8,375.30
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About the Item

A rare and evocative Swedish hand-carved wooden bowl, dating from the late 18th to early 19th century. Crafted from birch, this rustic vessel embodies the timeless beauty of the wabi-sabi philosophy — embracing imperfection, age, and natural wear. The bowl shows a rich, weathered patina from generations of use, along with visible cracks that have been thoughtfully repaired using traditional staples — a testament to its enduring value and functionality. One side bears an old maker’s mark or ownership initials carved underneath, offering a subtle historical trace of its provenance. Likely used in a rural Swedish household, this piece is both a sculptural object and a functional artifact. It adds warmth, authenticity, and a poetic sense of time to any interior — perfect for collectors of folk art, Scandinavian antiques, or those drawn to organic, lived-in design.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.94 in (10 cm)Diameter: 12.6 in (32 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1750
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Stockholm, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10232245371382

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