1980s Swid Powell “Planar” 12" Chop Plate by Steven Holl – Postmodern Porcelain Collector’s Piece

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Designed by renowned architect Steven Holl for Swid Powell in the mid-1980s, this 12-inch Planar plate embodies the intellectual and … Read more Designed by renowned architect Steven Holl for Swid Powell in the mid-1980s, this 12-inch Planar plate embodies the intellectual and visual energy that defined postmodern design.

Rendered in glossy porcelain, the plate features a layered composition of abstract geometric forms — ribbons, zigzags, and planes in soft aqua, peach, and black with accents of yellow, blue, and gray. The design is a vivid translation of Holl’s architectural sensibilities into domestic art, celebrating the same sense of rhythm and proportion found in his buildings.

Produced in limited numbers during Swid Powell’s golden era, Planar remains one of the more elusive patterns in the architect-designed dinnerware series. This example is in very good vintage condition, with some visible surface marks along the black rim as shown in photos. These do not detract from its bold visual composition or collectibility.

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