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Hand-Turned Curly Birch Bowl, Finland, 1970s

$737.19
£549.03
€620
CA$1,033.94
A$1,133.96
CHF 584.83
MX$13,546.13
NOK 7,417.44
SEK 6,958.40
DKK 4,724.49

About the Item

A beautifully hand-turned bowl made in Finland from curly birch, one of the country’s most prized native woods. The surface reveals the flame-like figuring characteristic of visakoivu, with its natural shimmer and lively pattern. Gently asymmetrical in form, the bowl combines precision craftsmanship with a quiet organic presence, every angle revealing a different rhythm in the grain. Made by hand in the 1970s–1980s, this piece represents the essence of Finnish craft tradition: honest, functional, and timelessly elegant. Both decorative and practical, it works as a sculptural centerpiece or an everyday serving bowl, carrying the warmth and depth that only natural wood can convey. Curly birch is a rare Finnish hardwood prized for its complex, shimmering grain: the result of a natural mutation found in less than one birch tree in a thousand. Long cherished by local artisans, it has been used in fine furniture, utensils, and art objects since the 18th century. Each piece is truly unique. • Height 9 cm (3.5 in), Ø 30 cm (11.8 in)
 • Material: Curly birch (visakoivu)
 • Technique: Hand-turned
 • Maker: Finnish artisan (label on base)
 • Period: 1970s–1980s
 • Made in Finland
 • Excellent vintage condition – natural variations and light wear consistent with age
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.55 in (9 cm)Diameter: 11.82 in (30 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Birch
  • Place of Origin:
    Finland
  • Period:
    1970-1979
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1970s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent vintage condition – finely preserved surface with light, natural patina and minimal wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Karis, FI
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: FM0271stDibs: LU3154346975582

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