Antique Wabi Sabi Harvest Bowl

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This beautifully worn nomadic harvest bowl is a prime example of rural resourcefulness. In traditional agrarian communities, mid-to-large baskets like … Read more This beautifully worn nomadic harvest bowl is a prime example of rural resourcefulness. In traditional agrarian communities, mid-to-large baskets like this were essential everyday tools relied upon constantly for gathering and winnowing crops. To extend the life of these vital household items, artisans would painstakingly patch and reinforce them using whatever materials were available, resulting in one-of-a-kind, deeply personal artifacts. Hand-woven from natural grasses and reeds, this bowl features beautifully tight, repetitive concentric coiling. The absolute standout feature is the incredibly authentic, distressed textile work along the rim. The edge is bound with a faded, patterned fabric, while a heavily torn, repurposed blue and white striped textile hangs organically from the side. The raw fraying of both the natural grasses and the repurposed fabrics tells the true story of its long history of heavy utility.

At 22 inches across and 9 inches deep, this is a highly versatile and deeply textural piece for modern styling. The beautifully tattered fabrics make it an incredible candidate for a textural gallery wall, adding instant history and three-dimensional interest to a room. It also serves as a phenomenal, unstudied centerpiece resting on a rustic wood dining table or a sleek kitchen island.

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