Bob Stocksdale, Bowl, 1992, Brazilian rosewood, 5 x 5 in. diam. (12.7 x 12.7 cm), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Colleen and John Kotelly in honor of Jane and Arthur Mason, 2003.63
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Artwork Details
- Title
- Bowl
- Artist
- Date
- 1992
- Location
- Dimensions
- 5 x 5 in. diam. (12.7 x 12.7 cm)
- Credit Line
- Gift of Colleen and John Kotelly in honor of Jane and Arthur Mason
- Mediums
- Mediums Description
- Brazilian rosewood
- Classifications
- Object Number
- 2003.63
Artwork Description
Bob Stocksdale believed a vessel must be both functional and beautiful. He worked with the natural beauty of the wood by letting each piece's particular qualities dictate the shape of the artwork. Here, Stocksdale highlighted the dramatic veins that are characteristic of Brazilian rosewood by mimicking their shape in the bowl’s swooping rim.