Centrepiece - Thuya - Burl wood sculpture
05
days
13
hours
16
minutes
02
seconds
Starting bid
€ 1
No reserve price
Expert
Selected by Fiammetta Fulchiati
Over five years' experience with antiques and expertise in Murano glass.
Estimate € 150 - € 220
No bids placed
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 139016 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
Italian-made sculptural centerpiece in thuja burl wood, circa 1970–1980, in good used condition with small signs of age, measuring 21.5 cm in diameter and 5.5 cm high, with a circular central opening and lid.
AI-assisted summary
Description from the seller
Sculptural center piece in thuja burl – turned from a solid block
Beautiful and refined centerpiece with lid, made from thuja burl. It features a low, wide, gently rounded shape, extremely elegant and decorative.
The body is carved and hollowed from a single piece of burl, worked to leave entirely in the foreground the extraordinary natural beauty of the wood. The surface presents a richly textured grain with knots and figure, in warm tones ranging from honey and amber to the deeper browns.
Particularly striking is its low, almost lens-shaped form, which gives it a sculptural appearance and a surprisingly contemporary look. The sinuous profile naturally follows the burl’s grain, making the piece interesting to observe from any angle.
In the center there is a small circular opening, complete with its lid and a turned knob. While it can be used as a container, we believe its true strength lies in being a decorative centerpiece where form, material, and grain can be fully appreciated.
Measures 21.5 cm in diameter, with an overall height of just 5.5 cm including the lid; the opening diameter is 7.3 cm.
It is presented in good overall condition, with natural irregularities, small marks, and features typical of the burl and woodwork. The distinctive grain, knots, and color variations are not defects but part of the material’s charm and uniqueness.
Interior Designer’s Advice
An object we recommend leaving free in the center of a table, not overloaded with other elements: its very low form allows the burl to be observed almost like a small sculpture.
Beautiful atop a large table in marble, travertine, glass, or dark wood, but also interesting on a coffee table or a console. Our Interior Designer especially suggests it for contemporary interiors, Organic Modern, Wabi-Sabi, or Mid-Century, where the warmth and natural irregularity of the burl create a magnificent contrast with cleaner lines.
Very refined also in a classical setting, paired with marbles, bronzes, ceramics, or natural fabrics: a small object that adds materiality and character without being intrusive.
Photographs are an integral part of the description and show in detail the condition, workmanship, and beautiful natural grain of the piece.
Shipping will be carried out with professional and careful packaging. Ankerior specializes in packaging, handling, and logistics of artworks and valuable objects, with specialized training at Palazzo Spinelli in Florence, to guarantee maximum protection during transport.
Seller's Story
Ankerior is an Italian brand dedicated to the search and selection of works of art, antiques, design and collectible objects of extraordinary historical, artistic and aesthetic interest. Each object is selected according to strict criteria of authenticity, quality and value, privileging artifacts capable of conveying character, elegance and uniqueness to the most refined environments. Each shipment is prepared with the utmost care, through professional packing techniques, so that every piece reaches its new owner in excellent condition, fully respecting its value and its history.
ANKERIOR - Extraordinary interiors begin with extraordinary objects.
Translated by Google TranslateSculptural center piece in thuja burl – turned from a solid block
Beautiful and refined centerpiece with lid, made from thuja burl. It features a low, wide, gently rounded shape, extremely elegant and decorative.
The body is carved and hollowed from a single piece of burl, worked to leave entirely in the foreground the extraordinary natural beauty of the wood. The surface presents a richly textured grain with knots and figure, in warm tones ranging from honey and amber to the deeper browns.
Particularly striking is its low, almost lens-shaped form, which gives it a sculptural appearance and a surprisingly contemporary look. The sinuous profile naturally follows the burl’s grain, making the piece interesting to observe from any angle.
In the center there is a small circular opening, complete with its lid and a turned knob. While it can be used as a container, we believe its true strength lies in being a decorative centerpiece where form, material, and grain can be fully appreciated.
Measures 21.5 cm in diameter, with an overall height of just 5.5 cm including the lid; the opening diameter is 7.3 cm.
It is presented in good overall condition, with natural irregularities, small marks, and features typical of the burl and woodwork. The distinctive grain, knots, and color variations are not defects but part of the material’s charm and uniqueness.
Interior Designer’s Advice
An object we recommend leaving free in the center of a table, not overloaded with other elements: its very low form allows the burl to be observed almost like a small sculpture.
Beautiful atop a large table in marble, travertine, glass, or dark wood, but also interesting on a coffee table or a console. Our Interior Designer especially suggests it for contemporary interiors, Organic Modern, Wabi-Sabi, or Mid-Century, where the warmth and natural irregularity of the burl create a magnificent contrast with cleaner lines.
Very refined also in a classical setting, paired with marbles, bronzes, ceramics, or natural fabrics: a small object that adds materiality and character without being intrusive.
Photographs are an integral part of the description and show in detail the condition, workmanship, and beautiful natural grain of the piece.
Shipping will be carried out with professional and careful packaging. Ankerior specializes in packaging, handling, and logistics of artworks and valuable objects, with specialized training at Palazzo Spinelli in Florence, to guarantee maximum protection during transport.
Seller's Story
Ankerior is an Italian brand dedicated to the search and selection of works of art, antiques, design and collectible objects of extraordinary historical, artistic and aesthetic interest. Each object is selected according to strict criteria of authenticity, quality and value, privileging artifacts capable of conveying character, elegance and uniqueness to the most refined environments. Each shipment is prepared with the utmost care, through professional packing techniques, so that every piece reaches its new owner in excellent condition, fully respecting its value and its history.
ANKERIOR - Extraordinary interiors begin with extraordinary objects.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Wood type
Thuya
Title additional information
Burl wood sculpture
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
5.5 cm
Width
21.5 cm
Depth
21.5 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
