Rare II: The Archetypal Amphora and the Inclusiveness of Raw Expression

Rare II (Latin for "Rare" or "Rare" in English) is a completely handmade bowl sculpture that reinterprets the archetypal silhouette of ancient ritual vessels in a contemporary context, maintaining the raw aesthetics and minimalist philosophy of its predecessor. More than a bowl, this piece is an artwork that initiates a silent dialogue within the space, exploring the meaning of mass and void .

Form and Architecture: Containing Mass

The design is created by layering two basic geometric forms:

1. Pedestal (Column): A short, bulky cylindrical base that gives solidity and grounding to the object.

2. Bowl (Reservoir): A large, round, and deep receptacle placed on a pedestal. This section emphasizes the inclusive and accepting aspect of the form.

The most distinctive and artistic element are the thick, circular handles (knobs) protruding from the vessel. These handles give the object the character of an amphora or primitive cultivar , but the raw and rough texture of the surface separates the form from its historical references and moves it into the realm of contemporary abstract sculpture .

Material and Texture: The Poetics of Rawness

Rare II has a rough, matte texture that clearly conveys the master's touch . This deliberately rough finish (likely cast ceramic or composite) celebrates the honesty of the material and avoids industrial polish. The surface irregularities create deep shadows and rich micro-textures under the light, enhancing the work's visual weight and existential intensity . The neutral, off-white tone emphasizes the piece's mass while creating a calm contrast with the other colors in the space.

Function and Expression: Ritualistic Emptiness

This artwork serves a metaphorical rather than a practical function. The vast void within becomes the form's primary purpose, an altar for ornamentation , a receptacle for contemplation . Every object placed upon it—fruit, stone, or a single flower—is instantly elevated by this primordial bowl and becomes a mini-ritual object . Rather than simply filling the space, Rare II is a mass that focuses the gaze and radiates a quiet aesthetic intensity .

Design Details

• Name: Rare II

• Type: Completely Handmade Artistic Bowl / Altar Objects

• Material: Rough Textured Composite

• Dimensions:

  • Length (L): $26\text{cm}$

  • Width (W): $23\text{cm}$

  • Height (H): $22,5\text{cm}$