Puriri Wooden Bowl No670
$507.00
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This medium sized wooden bowl is made from New Zealand puriri — a dense, hard native timber with beautifully unique colouring. The subtle variations in tone and grain give it an unmistakable depth, while the gentle movement that occurred during drying has created flowing lines that enhance its natural character.
Shaped with a simple, practical form, this piece stands gracefully on a low, Japanese-style foot, giving it a sense of balance and lightness. It’s an ideal wooden fruit bowl or display bowl, equally suited to use on the dining table or as a centrepiece in the home.
Puriri is renowned among native timbers for its strength and durability, making this a truly enduring piece. Finished with a food-safe oil and wax blend, the surface reveals a soft sheen that highlights the intricate grain and form. A fine example of honest craftsmanship, where simplicity and material beauty come together.
| Size | |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 340mm |
| Height | 80mm |
| Wood | Puriri |
| Functional Rating | 4 |
Functional Rating?
The Functional Rating runs from 1 to 5 and is my way of giving you an idea of how practical a bowl or platter is for everyday use.
Each piece sits somewhere on this scale depending on factors such as the type of wood, the smoothness and easy clean finish of the interior surface, or whether it features artistic elements like natural voids or inclusions.
1 – Display Piece Only
Solely suitable as an art or display piece. May be delicate or has features that make it unsuitable for kitchen use.
2 – Lightly Functional
Can hold large dry items such as fruit or bread, but may have large voids or other inclusions.
3 – Moderately Functional
Good for fruit or leafy salads. May include some natural voids but remains robust overall.
4 – Highly Functional
Ideal for daily salads or general serving. Water-tight but may be finely turned or have a natural edge.
5 – Fully Functional
Suitable for nearly everything, including hot foods. These are the workhorses — strong, durable, and ready for everyday use.