Bowl

This sculptural wooden bowl, carved from ash, is a mid-century decorative object produced in Sweden during the 1950s. The design features a highly organic and fluid silhouette, beginning from a rounded base that curves upward into a slender, tapering vertical extension. The upward-reaching form creates a sweeping, flame-like profile, emphasizing natural movement and a sense of tension between mass and void. The hollowed inner section of the base forms a bowl-like receptacle, making the piece functional while retaining its sculptural intent.

The surface is finely finished to reveal the grain patterns of the ash wood, displaying a warm tone with subtle golden hues. The object is marked on the underside with a carved monogram resembling a stylized “SE”, though the designer remains unidentified. This signature suggests a singular or limited production object, possibly crafted by an individual artist or artisan workshop operating outside industrial production.

The style reflects the Scandinavian design ethos of the mid-century period, where materiality, craftsmanship, and natural forms played a central role. The piece bridges decorative and utilitarian roles, typical of Scandinavian studio woodwork that emphasized sculptural presence while remaining grounded in function.

The item remains in good vintage condition, showing minor signs of usage and surface wear consistent with its age. There are small nicks and tonal variations in the wood that are typical of untreated or lightly finished ash from this era.

The dimensions are 12 cm wide by 7 cm deep by 28 cm high, which corresponds to approximately 4.7 inches wide, 2.8 inches deep, and 11 inches high.