An authentic Danish stoneware bowl designed by Haico Nitzsche for the renowned Søholm pottery workshop on the island of Bornholm, Denmark.
A striking example of 1970s Scandinavian studio ceramics, this piece embodies the tactile, organic, and sculptural aesthetic associated with Nordic modernist and Brutalist design of the period. Nitzsche — celebrated as Søholm’s artistic director and leading designer during the 1970s — masterfully combines raw unglazed stoneware with richly textured relief decoration, creating a rhythmic interplay of geometric and floral forms.
The interior is finished in a deep iron-brown glaze with warm earthy nuances, offering beautiful depth and subtle variations under changing light. Both sculptural and functional, the bowl carries a quiet Wabi-Sabi sensibility through its natural textures and handcrafted presence.
An exceptional statement piece for a dining table, console, or curated collection of Scandinavian studio pottery.
The underside retains the original Søholm Denmark stamp.
Details:
- Designer: Haico Nitzsche
- Manufacturer: Søholm Stentøj
- Origin: Bornholm, Denmark
- Period: 1970s
- Material: Glazed and raw stoneware
- Style: Scandinavian Modern / Brutalist / Studio Pottery
- Colour: Deep brown and earthy tones
- Dimensions: Diameter: 22 cm, Height: 7 cm
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition with no chips or cracks.
The circular turning marks visible at the center are original to the production process and reflect the handcrafted nature of the piece.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsBeige, Brown, Multi ColorMaterialGlassNumber of items1Height7 cmWidth22 cmDepth22 cmSigns of usageChipped