Antique Chinese Hand-Carved Wooden Fruit Preparation Bowls

Substantial antique wooden preparation bowls from rural northern China, each hand-hollowed from a chunky section of tree trunk. Perfect as large fruit bowls on a farmhouse kitchen table or island, or simply as a statement display pieces, allowing the shape and texture of the wood to take centre stage. Originally used for everyday food preparation and handling produce, these wonderfully simple wooden vessels have deep scooped interiors, thick irregular walls and short handles extending from one end. The timber has developed a beautifully weathered surface, with visible tool marks, natural splits, worn edges and variations in colour from years of use. Three available, each completely different in size, shape and finish.