Description
This ceramic fish dipping bowl is a small glazed piece in the shape of a plump little fish, with a short ridged tail at one side and a small pointed fin. The outside wears a deep blue glaze, speckled where it gathers, with a warm golden brown line along the rim. Inside, fine white lines radiate from a blue centre out to the edge, giving the radial lines pattern its name and a crisp, graphic look. It measures 10.9cm long, 9.9cm wide and 3cm high, and the bowl itself is about 8cm across, leaving out the tail and fin.
Its size suits a single portion of dipping sauce, so it earns a place on the dinner table whenever a meal comes with something to dip. We like it with dumplings and a splash of soy, sushi with a little wasabi, or spring rolls and sweet chilli, and it works just as well for olive oil and balsamic beside warm bread. At 3cm high it is shallow enough to dip into easily, and at about 8cm across it holds a small portion rather than a serving bowl's worth. Set one at each place for a shared meal, or keep a few on the worktop for seeds, chopped herbs and garnishes while you cook.
The bowl is ceramic with a glossy glaze, and it sits on a low base that keeps it steady on the table. The tail makes a handy little grip for passing it along to the next person. Care is simple and follows good practice for glazed ceramic: we'd wash it by hand in warm soapy water and dry it with a soft cloth, handling it gently so the rim stays free of chips. For styling, it looks lovely beside plain white plates, where the blue glaze and white lines stand out, or mixed in with other blue patterned tableware for a relaxed table.
Specification
| Brand |
Rex London |
| Material |
Ceramic |
| Length |
10.9cm |
| Width |
9.9cm |
| Height |
3cm |
| Weight |
0.124KG |
Frequently Asked
How big is this fish dipping bowl?
It measures 10.9cm long, 9.9cm wide and 3cm high, and the bowl itself is about 8cm across without the tail and fin.
What is the dipping bowl made of?
It is ceramic with a glossy deep blue glaze, and fine white lines radiate across the inside from the centre to the rim.
What can I serve in it?
It is a dipping bowl sized for a small portion, so it suits soy sauce, sweet chilli, oil and balsamic, or a spoonful of seeds or chopped herbs.
How should I clean the bowl?
As good practice for glazed ceramic, we'd wash it by hand in warm soapy water and dry it with a soft cloth.
Does it sit steadily on the table?
Yes, it sits on a low base that keeps it steady, and the little tail gives you a small grip for passing it around.