Ladris Stoneware Bowl 23cm - Brown

This is a broad, low stoneware bowl, 23cm across and 13cm tall, with a wide, rounded rim that rolls outward, then sweeps down to a much narrower base. Bold brushstrokes in a contrasting glaze radiate from the centre of the well and run in loose stripes down the outside, so it looks just as good from above as from the side. The speckled brown glaze gives the stoneware a warm, earthy surface, and at 1.25KG it has real weight in the hand. Because so much of its width is rim, the well itself holds 450ml, which tells you how to use it: a generous serving bowl for nibbles or a single portion, rather than a fruit bowl for the whole family.

The maker states it is food safe, so it can earn its place on the table as well as on a shelf. Fill it with olives, nuts or crisps when friends visit, set it out with a dip, or use it for a single serving of salad or fruit. Between meals it makes a striking centrepiece on a dining table, coffee table or sideboard, and it sits happily on a bookshelf or console in a hallway or living room. Its sculptural profile suits a home that leans towards earthy ceramics and natural textures.

It is made entirely of stoneware under a speckled glaze, and as the maker notes, the nature of the glaze means colour variations may occur, so each bowl may differ slightly. It is not dishwasher safe, microwave safe or oven safe, so wash it by hand, dry it thoroughly, and keep it for serving and display rather than heating. For styling, let it stand on its own on a dark wood or stone surface where the stripes have room, or pair it with plain linen and a candle or two so the brushwork stays the focus.

Can I serve food in this bowl?

Yes. The maker states it is food safe, so it works well for olives, nuts, crisps, dips or a single portion of salad or fruit.

Can it go in the dishwasher?

No. It is not dishwasher safe, so wash it by hand and dry it thoroughly to keep the glaze looking its best.

Is it suitable for the microwave or oven?

No. The maker states it is neither microwave safe nor oven safe, so keep it for serving and display rather than heating food.

How big is it and how much does it hold?

It is 23cm across and 13cm tall, and the well holds 450ml, because much of the width is taken up by the wide rolled rim.

What is it made of?

It is made of 100% stoneware with a speckled brown glaze and bold brushstroke stripes, and it weighs 1.25KG, so it has a reassuring heft.

Does every bowl look the same?

Not exactly. The maker notes that, due to the nature of the glaze, colour variations may occur, so each bowl may differ slightly.