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Rare Zaha Hadid for Rosenthal Sculptural Porcelain Bowl, Germany, 2000s
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Zaha Hadid for Rosenthal – Sculptural Porcelain Bowl, Germany, 2000s
A remarkable sculptural porcelain bowl designed by the legendary architect Zaha Hadid for Rosenthal. More than a functional object, this piece embodies Hadid's unmistakable design language: fluid geometry, dynamic movement, and the transformation of everyday objects into miniature architectural landscapes.
Executed in pristine white porcelain, the bowl appears almost carved by motion itself. Its irregular circular opening flows into a composition of cascading, folded planes that recall the fragmented surfaces of contemporary architecture. Viewed from different angles, the object continuously changes character, revealing new silhouettes and shadows.
Design & Architecture
Few designers have influenced contemporary form as profoundly as Zaha Hadid. Internationally celebrated for buildings that challenged conventional geometry, she brought the same architectural thinking to her collaborations with Rosenthal.
This bowl demonstrates many of the qualities that defined her work:
• flowing yet precise geometry
• sculptural asymmetry
• dynamic movement frozen in form
• interplay of solid and void
• architectural treatment of surface and volume
The stepped relief wrapping around the exterior creates a striking visual rhythm, reminiscent of folded landscapes, geological formations, or the fragmented facades of Hadid's architectural projects.
Material & Craftsmanship
Manufactured by Rosenthal, one of Germany's most prestigious porcelain producers, the bowl is executed in high-quality white porcelain with a flawless glossy finish.
The purity of the white surface allows light and shadow to become active design elements, emphasizing every fold, edge, and transition. Depending on lighting conditions, the piece shifts between appearing crisp and architectural or soft and organic.
About the Designer
Zaha Hadid (1950–2016) ranks among the most influential architects of the modern era. The first woman to receive the Pritzker Architecture Prize, she transformed contemporary architecture through her visionary approach to form and space.
Her collaborations with Rosenthal translated her architectural philosophy into collectible design objects, allowing her signature language of fluid geometry and dynamic movement to exist on a domestic scale.
Today, her design objects are sought after by collectors of contemporary design, architecture, and modern decorative arts.
Details
Designer: Zaha Hadid
Manufacturer: Rosenthal
Origin: Germany
Material: Porcelain
Colour: White
Finish: Glossy
Dimensions:
Height: 9 cm
Diameter: 15 cm
Period: Early 21st Century
Style: Contemporary Design / Architectural Design / Sculptural Minimalism
Condition
Excellent vintage condition.
No chips, cracks, repairs, or discoloration observed. The glossy porcelain surface remains beautifully preserved.
Collector's Note
Design objects by Zaha Hadid occupy a unique position between architecture, sculpture, and industrial design. Pieces produced by Rosenthal have become increasingly collectible as they represent one of the few opportunities to acquire Hadid's architectural thinking in a functional object.
Whether displayed as a bowl, centrepiece, or standalone sculptural object, this piece functions equally as contemporary art and refined design.
Its combination of museum-level design pedigree, architectural sophistication, and exceptional craftsmanship makes it a compelling addition to collections of contemporary design, Rosenthal porcelain, or works by major twentieth- and twenty-first-century architects.
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ConditionExcellentColorsWhiteMaterialPorcelainNumber of items1StyleVintageHeight9 cmWidth15 cmDepth15 cm
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Private sellerBerlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 25 sales