Bowl 1955

This black bowl was created by Harding Black. The reflective surface, rendered in dark, glossy tones, evokes a sense of mystery, like staring into a pool of water at night. Water, a primordial symbol of life and purification, has been depicted across cultures and ages. In ancient mythologies, it represents the subconscious. Consider how the symbol of a bowl echoes in various contexts, from sacred vessels in religious ceremonies to mundane kitchenware. It suggests a vessel that contains life, spirit, and sustenance. This is the cyclical power of symbols—how they resurface and evolve in meaning through history.