Kimitsu Decorative Bowl 20.5 x 9cm - Gold

The Kimitsu is a round aluminium decorative bowl with an open, pierced pattern that looks like coral. Its walls are made up of irregular loops and openings rather than solid metal, and the rim finishes in a row of short, uneven prongs, so light passes through the sides and the bowl looks delicate even though it is metal. The gold finish has a warm brass colour and a gently textured surface. It measures 20.5cm across and 9cm tall, and it rises on small feet that lift it slightly clear of the table.

We see it working best as a centrepiece on a dining table, a coffee table or a sideboard, or on an open shelf where its pattern can be seen from every side. At this size it suits a smaller surface without crowding it. Left empty, it stands as a sculptural piece in its own right; filled, it suits larger things such as pine cones, decorative balls or dried flower heads. The openings in the sides are generous, so small items like keys or coins would fall through the gaps, which is worth knowing before you decide what it will hold. The gold tone sits well with warm woods, cream and white schemes and other brass-coloured accents around the home.

Each Kimitsu bowl is handmade, so every piece is unique: the loops and openings vary slightly from one bowl to the next. At 0.31KG it is light enough to lift and move with one hand, which makes it easy to carry from room to room as the seasons change. Aluminium does not rust, a good quality in a piece that will be handled often. It is not dishwasher-proof, so keep it out of the dishwasher and clean it by hand. It belongs indoors, where it brings texture and a little warmth to a room without taking up much space.

How big is the Kimitsu bowl?

It measures 20.5cm across and 9cm tall, a compact size that sits comfortably on a coffee table, sideboard or shelf without crowding it.

What material is the bowl?

The bowl is aluminium, a light metal that does not rust, and it weighs just 0.31KG, so it is easy to lift and move around the home.

Can the bowl go in the dishwasher?

No, it is not dishwasher-proof. Keep it out of the dishwasher and clean it by hand instead.

Will every bowl look exactly the same?

No. Each Kimitsu bowl is handmade, so every piece is unique and the pattern of loops and openings varies slightly between bowls.

What colour is the finish?

The finish is gold with a warm brass colour, and its gently textured surface sits well with warm woods and other brass-toned accents.

Can small items be kept in the bowl?

The pierced sides have generous openings, so very small things like keys or coins would fall through the gaps, so it suits larger pieces such as pine cones or decorative balls.