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Minimalist Decorative Bowls

MINIMALIST STYLE

A revival in the popularity of authentic Minimalist furniture is rooted in history while reflecting the needs and tastes of the 21st century. Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s aphorism that “less is more” influenced the evolution of 20th-century interiors with an emphasis on function and order. This was a shift from the 19th century, with its lavish Victorian decorating, and was spread around the world through design styles including Bauhaus and brutalism.

Yet Minimalism was present in furniture design long before the clean lines of modernism, such as in the simple and elegant utility of Shaker furniture. Although the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s and ’70s had little crossover with furniture design, artist Donald Judd was inspired by the Shakers in creating his own spare daybeds and tables from sturdy wood. (Judd, whose advocacy of symmetry also informed his architectural projects, furnished his Manhattan loft with unassuming but poetic works by iconic modernist designers such as Gerrit Rietveld and Alvar Aalto.)

Understatement rather than ornamentation and open space instead of clutter are central themes for a Minimalist living room and bedroom. As opposed to Maximalism, the focus for Minimalist furniture and decor is on simplicity and considering the design and purpose of every object.

Furnishings are usually made in neutral or monochrome colors and pared down to their essentials — think nesting coffee tables, sectional sofas and accent pieces such as ottomans. And Minimalist ceramics can help achieve a decor that is both timeless and of the moment. The organic textures and personalization of handmade craftsmanship associated with these works have served as a sort of anti-Internet to screen-weary decorators. That said, while the thoughtful ergonomics of Scandinavian modern furniture, with its handcrafted teak frames, are at home in Minimalist spaces, so are the quietly striking pieces by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa that employ industrial materials like stainless steel, aluminum and plastic.

Minimalist furniture is not for making flashy statements; it boasts subdued appeal and excels at harmonizing with any room. And, as it encompasses many different movements and eras of design, it also never goes out of style, owing to its tasteful refinement.

Find a collection of Minimalist tables, seating, lighting and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Minimalist
19th Century Belgian Blue Stone Bowl
Located in Nijlen, BE
Beautiful simplistic bowl, carved in Belgian bluestone. Weathered signs of age, in very good condition. Originally from the Ardennes and served as a functional bowl. What is unique ...
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19th Century Belgian Antique Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Stone

Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Plate Serving Bowls, Set of 3
Located in New York, NY
A set of three (3) graduated sterling silver plate over brass serving bowls in the Minimalist style, by Reed & Barton, circa late-20th century, USA. The sterling silver plate really ...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Sterling Silver, Brass

Italian Murano Art Glass Bowl Minimalist, Signed
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Italian Murano art glass bowl from Italy. Bowl's design is in the Minimalist style. Murano glass colors include clear, gold-yellow, black, 'smoked' taupe, and ribbons of ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Art Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass

OTTOMANS Travertine Tray 10'' , Beige Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room Decor Tray
Located in St Petersburg, US
OTTOMANS Travertine Tray, measuring 10" x 10" x 1.5" (25 x 25 x 3.5 cm), bringing the elegance and durability of natural stone into your home. Made from high-quality travertine, it f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Travertine, Marble

Decorative Ceramic Bowl, Carlo Zauli, Italy c. 1960
Located in St Ouen, FR
Large ceramic bowl in polychrome glazes, characteristic of the creations of Zauli during the mid-60s, with a strong far eastern inspiration. Carlo Zauli (b.1926-d.2002) is one of th...
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1960s Italian Vintage Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Sculptural Turned Wooden Bowl / Vase by Master Craftsman Bert Marsh 1990s
Located in Uxbridge, GB
We have for sale a wooden bowl / vase by master woodturner Bert Marsh (1932-2011). Bert Marsh was one of the leading woodturners of all time. His wooden pieces are like fine china, t...
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Late 20th Century British Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Hardwood

Vintage Patinated Bronze Shallow Bowl by Just Andersen
Located in Doraville, GA
A beautiful patinated bronze shallow bowl designed by Just Andersen. The bowl has an embossed design around the top lip. Just Andersen (1884-1943) was an internationally renowned d...
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1930s Danish Vintage Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Bronze

Asian Bronze Hammered Singing Bowl Nepal 1950s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Asian Hammered Bronze Singing Bowl 1950s. Asian Bronze Vessel Singing Bowl. A special collectible piece. Made from bronze, a good heavy wei...
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Bronze

Wabi Sabi Antique Bowl
Located in New York, NY
Century old teak wood bowl with beautiful patina and character. Hand carved from a single piece included the handle. Both usable and sculptural. Full dimensions with the handle; 17 x...
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1920s Vintage Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Teak

Monumental Sculptural Antique Wood Bowl
Located in New York, NY
Impressive large bowl originally a drum. We added wood to the bottom and kept the turquoise color. Both usable and sculptural. The scale of this beautiful vessel or bowl is exception...
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1950s Vintage Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Sculptural Turned Wooden Bowl by Master Craftsman Bert Marsh 1990s
Located in Uxbridge, GB
We have for sale a wooden bowl by master woodturner Bert Marsh (1932-2011). Bert Marsh was one of the leading woodturners of all time. His wooden pieces are like fine china, thin del...
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Late 20th Century British Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Hardwood

Minimalist Triangular Black and White Ceramic Bowls and Vases
Located in London, GB
Minimalist triangular ceramic 5 bowls and 3 vases in black glaze with white graphic lines to empgasis on the sculptural shapes. They are cast and hand finished. Dimensions vases; Hei...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Sculptural Turned Wooden Bowl by Master Craftsman Ray Key in Bocote Wood 1990s
Located in Uxbridge, GB
We have for sale a wooden bowl in bocote wood by master woodturner Ray Key (1942-2018). Ray Key was one of the most praised woodturners of any generation. His works are in museum col...
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Late 20th Century British Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Other

Sculptural Turned Wooden Bowl / Vase by Master Craftsman Bert Marsh 1990s
Located in Uxbridge, GB
We have for sale a wooden bowl / vase by master woodturner Bert Marsh (1932-2011). Bert Marsh was one of the leading woodturners of all time. His wooden pieces are like fine china, t...
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Late 20th Century British Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Hardwood

Limestone Bowl by Architect Nicholas Schuybroek, Made in Belgium
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Belgian architect Nicolas Schuybroek has designed a stunning bowl made from German Limestone, blending masculine and feminine elements through expertly crafted materials. Manufact...
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2010s Belgian Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Limestone

Sculptural Turned Wooden Bowl by Master Craftsman Bert Marsh 1990s
Located in Uxbridge, GB
We have for sale a wooden bowl by master woodturner Bert Marsh (1932-2011). Bert Marsh was one of the leading woodturners of all time. His wooden pieces are like fine china, thin del...
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Late 20th Century British Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Hardwood

Sculptural Wooden Bowl by Master Craftsman Ray Key in Cocobolo vase trinket
Located in Uxbridge, GB
We have for sale a wooden bowl in cocobolo wood by master woodturner Ray Key (1942-2018). Ray Key was one of the most praised woodturners of any generation. His works are in museum c...
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Late 20th Century British Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Cocobolo

Sculptural Turned Wooden Bowl by Master Craftsman Ray Key in Tulipwood 1990s
Located in Uxbridge, GB
We have for sale a wooden bowl in tulip wood wood by master woodturner Ray Key (1942-2018). Ray Key was one of the most praised woodturners of any generation. His works are in museum...
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Late 20th Century British Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Tulipwood

Sculptural Wooden Vase by Master Craftsman Ray Key in Pink Ivory 1990s Signed
Located in Uxbridge, GB
We have for sale a large vase in Pink Ivory by master woodturner Ray Key (1942-2018). Ray Key was one of the most praised woodturners of any generation. His works are in museum colle...
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Late 20th Century British Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Other

Handmade Cast Concrete Bowl in Black by UMÉ Studio, Set of Six
Located in Oakland, CA
A collection of 236 unique bowls, the Concrete Series by UMÉ Studio expresses the tension between heavy concrete and its delicate edge generated by hand pouring. While one assumes co...
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2010s American Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Concrete

Brass Lemon Leaves Bowl Designed By Oskar Hansen For Virginia Metalcrafters
Located in Doraville, GA
A rarely seen vintage heavy solid brass Lemon Leaves bowl, made in Waynesboro, Virginia by Virginia MetalCrafters. The leaf was designed by Oskar Hansen, ...
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Mid-20th Century American Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Brass

Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Intersection Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the artisanal charm of this vintage Boho glazed ceramic bowl, a delightful piece that marries rustic simplicity with a distinctive hand-painted geometric pattern. The bowl f...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Handkerchief Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Presenting a charming vintage ceramic handkerchief bowl, an exquisite piece that effortlessly blends bohemian allure with organic modern sensibilities. Its distinctive wavy, crumpled...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Vintage Boho Matte Ceramic Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite vintage ceramic bowl embodies a charming boho aesthetic, perfect for adding a touch of serene elegance to any setting. Its distinctive scalloped edge design, reminisce...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Canadian Ceramic Bowl by Sung Wook Park for Umbra
Located in Hamburg, DE
Canadian Ceramic Bowl by Sung Wook Park for Umbra, in Very Good conditions. Designed from 2000 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Ceramic Color: ...
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20th Century Canadian Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Vintage German Pottery Bowl from Wormser Terra-Sigillata, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage German Pottery Bowl from Wormser Terra-Sigillata, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Ceram...
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20th Century German Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

OTTOMANS Travertine Tray 16'' Square for Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room Decor
Located in St Petersburg, US
OTTOMANS Travertine Tray, measuring 15.8" x 15.8" x 1.5" (40 x 40 x 3.5 cm), bringing the elegance and durability of natural stone into your home. Made from high-quality travertine, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Travertine, Marble

Postmodern Minimalist Ceramic Bowl from Asa Selection, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodern Minimalist Ceramic Bowl from Asa Selection, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: C...
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20th Century German Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Decorative Cups, PEBBLES, Bronze and Gold by Reda Amalou Design, 2016
Located in Paris, FR
Five cups, five shelters to welcome our treasures, our fantaisies or anything our pockets want to give us. Soft shapes remind us of the curve of a petal or the palm of a hand. The Pe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Bronze

Turned Wood Cup by Ralph Ribour
Located in PARIS, FR
Very beautiful turned wood bowl by the French artist Ralph Ribour, in a minimalist and refined style. Contemporary sycamore piece. H23 x D40 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary French Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Sycamore, Bentwood

Marble hemisphere bowl designed by architect John Pawson
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This marble bowl designed by British architect John Pawson is created as a seamless hemisphere for When Objects Work. The dynamic base allows the bowl to rest on a curve creating t...
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2010s Belgian Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Marble

Benta Collection, Small Wooden Bowl
Located in Santa Edwiges, MG
BENTA COLLECTION “How often do we, in search for happiness, do exactly as the poor grandfather does: in vain, look restlessly for the glasses Having them on the tip of the nose!” M...
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Wood

Artisanal Solid White Marble Minimalist Bowl, Wide, in Stock
Located in West Hollywood, CA
White Marble Home Decor These bowls are made from hand cut Blanco Bego white marble from Morelos, Mexico. Each piece is carved from a solid block ...
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2010s Mexican Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Marble

Monumental Sculptural Antique Bowl curated by Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Impressive large bowl originally a drum. We added wood to the bottom and kept the turquoise color. Both usable and sculptural. The scale of this beautiful vessel or bowl is exception...
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1950s Vintage Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Set of Travertine Bowls by Guillaume Lopez, Made in Belgium
Located in Amsterdam, NL
“Gentle Wave” Travertine Bowls by Guillaume Lopez Beautiful, sculptural travertine bowls designed by French architect and designer Guillaume Lopez. Entitled “Gentle Wave,” these pie...
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2010s Belgian Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Travertine

Zaccagnini Decorative Bowl 1950s Minimalist Postmodernist
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Italian Minimalist Postmodernist Bowl, 1950s.
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1950s Italian Vintage Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Artisanal Solid Black Marble Minimalist Vase, Wide, in Stock
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This artisanal home decor vase was hand cut Negro Monterrey black marble from Neuvo Leon, Mexico. Each piece is hand carved by expert artisans and craftsmen following fair trade prac...
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2010s Mexican Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Marble

Artisanal Solid White Marble Minimalist Vase, Wide, in Stock
Located in West Hollywood, CA
White marble vase This artisanal home decor vase was hand cut Blanco Bego white marble from Morelos, Mexico. Each piece is hand carved by expert artisans and craftsmen following f...
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2010s Mexican Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Marble

Contemporary Black Lacquer 4 Lobed Oblong Oval Tray by Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4 lobed oblong oval tray Black lacquer Hand made Limited edition Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C. These pieces are made with at l...
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2010s Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Lacquer

Artisanal Solid White Marble Minimalist Bowl, Large, in Stock
Located in West Hollywood, CA
White marble home decor These bowls are made from hand cut Blanco Bego white marble from Morelos, Mexico. Each piece is carved from a solid block ...
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2010s Mexican Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Marble

Artisanal Solid White Marble Minimalist Talayot Bowl, Large, in Stock
Located in West Hollywood, CA
These bowls are made from hand cut Blanco Bego white marble from Morelos, Mexico. The Talayot bowl design features a conical base, meaning the bowls alway...
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2010s Mexican Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Marble

Vintage German Minimalist Grönland Series Bowl, Rheinbach, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage German Minimalist Grönland Series Bowl from Marei Majolikafabrik Jean Fuss & Sohn, Rheinbach, 1970s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 This piece has an attribut...
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20th Century German Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Antique Hand Carved Bowl
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful oval bowl is hand carved from a single piece of Merbau wood. Circa 1950 One of a kind bowl sourced in the spirit of Wabi Sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty can be f...
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1950s Vintage Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

"Bone" Series Bowl Designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Company
Located in Doraville, GA
A rare hand crafted bowl from the "Bone" series designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Company in the mid 1980's. The bowl is probably an earlier design from the collection and is ra...
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1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Blown Glass

Contemporary High Compote in Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
Located in Los Angeles, CA
High Compote Black Lacquer Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 16...
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2010s Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Lacquer

Contemporary Large Footed Bowl W/ Copper Rim in Mila Lacquer by Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large footed bowl w/ Copper Rim Mila Lacquer Hand Repoussé Copper Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Lacquer is a technique t...
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2010s Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Copper

Contemporary Ripple Bowl in Red and Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ripple bowl Red Lacquer Black Lacquer Hand Repoussé Limited Edition Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet ...
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2010s Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Copper

6th Century Coptic Monastic Bowl
Located in Atlanta, GA
A quiet meditation in form and texture, the Coptic Monastic Bowl by Maison Lamiè draws inspiration from early Christian pottery traditions of Egypt. A tribute to the ascetic beauty o...
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2010s American Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Plaster

Wabi Sabi Antique Container
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful antique rice holder from Sumatra, hand carved from a single piece of wood. Perfect for holding firewood, towels by a pool or magazines. Standing up it can be used as a smal...
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1950s Vintage Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Haemstede Holland Minimalist Ceramic Bowl
Located in Ferndale, MI
A hand crafted Haemstede Holland design with a rich terra cotta underside and bright white glazed interior. The interior sgraffito swirl design is mirrored on the terra cotta undersi...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Terracotta

Decorative Ceramic Bowl, Carlo Zauli, Italy c. 1960
Located in St Ouen, FR
Large ceramic bowl in polychrome glazes with metallic luster characteristic of the creations of Zauli during the mid-60s, with a strong far eastern inspiration. Carlo Zauli (b.1926-...
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1960s Italian Vintage Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

Antique Offering Bowl
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful patina on this antique offering bowl from Sumatra. We only source the best. Finished with a natural oil revealing the unique wood grain. Full dimensions; 11.5" diameter x ...
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1950s Vintage Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Impressive Antique Teak Wood Hand Carved Container
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite antique drum, crafted from solid teak wood, hails from the lush landscapes of Bali. The top has been gracefully removed, allowing our master carver to delicately etch ...
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1950s Vintage Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Museum Quality Container
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful sculptural container from Sumatra. Originally a drum. The bottom is 7.5” diameter and the top graduates to an impressive 13.5” diameter. Hand carved out of a single piece...
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Early 1900s Antique Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Italian Crystel Apple Form Jam Jar Designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Doraville, GA
A hand crafted Italian crystel apple form jam jar designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Company in the mid 1980's. Elsa Peretti (1940 - 2021) was an Italian fashion model, designe...
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1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Blown Glass

Antique Shallow Tray
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful rare antique shallow tray from the Mentawai islands. Hand carved from a single piece of wood with lovely patina. Circa 1900. This antique tray was sourced in the spirit o...
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Early 1900s Antique Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Sculptural Minimalist Marble Bowl in Black Marble, Made in Italy by Sandro Lopez
Located in Milano, IT
The "Mistake" tray is a playful and elegant marble piece that embraces the beauty of imperfection. Hand-crafted by skilled artisans in Tuscany, Italy from premium Spanish “nero marqu...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Marble

Italian Marble Tray in Black and White, Minimalist Modern Design by Sandro Lopez
Located in Milano, IT
The "Mistake" tray is a playful and elegant marble piece that embraces the beauty of imperfection. Hand-crafted by skilled artisans in Tuscany, Italy from black Spanish “nero marquiñ...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Marble, Statuary Marble

Andrianna Shamaris Minimalist Charred Teak Wood Shallow Platter
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful wood grain in this minimalist shallow platter. This platter was hand made from a single piece of teak wood in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty can...
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2010s Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Hand-Carved Chinese Footed Stone Basin
Located in Chicago, IL
A clean-lined interpretation of an ancient form, this footed basin was hand-carved of zhenzhu stone by artisans in China's Shandong province. It looks as if...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Decorative Bowls

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Stone

Minimalist decorative bowls for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Minimalist decorative bowls for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative bowls created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, marble and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Minimalist decorative bowls made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative bowls, popular names associated with this style include Robert Kuo, Ismael Carré, UMÉ Studio, and Lana Kova . It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for decorative bowls differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $62 and tops out at $3,800 while the average work can sell for $610.

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