William Bounds Ltd. - Robert Wilhelm - Table service (2) - Wood - Pep-Art

Robert Wilhelm for William Bounds – Signed Hand-Painted PepArt Functional Art Salt & Pepper Set

A rare signed example from the PepArt collection by American artist Robert Wilhelm for William Bounds Ltd.

This exceptional matching salt and pepper mill set represents the concept of “functional art” – everyday objects transformed into individually hand-painted collectible design pieces.

Both pieces are individually signed and dated by Robert Wilhelm, confirming their connection to the artist and the PepArt collection. The pair retains the original William Bounds mechanisms and remains fully functional.

The sculptural wooden forms are decorated with a distinctive black and white graphic pattern, combining craftsmanship, modernist aesthetics and playful decorative design. The strong contrast, geometric decoration and organic shapes are characteristic of Robert Wilhelm’s artistic approach.

Unlike standard commercially produced kitchen accessories, these pieces were created as collectible design objects where each hand-painted surface has its own individual character.

The set consists of:
• One salt mill
• One pepper mill
• Matching design and decoration
• Artist signature on both pieces
• Original William Bounds mechanisms
• Fully functional condition

About the artist:
Robert Wilhelm is an American designer known for creating functional objects that combine utility with artistic expression. Through his collaboration with William Bounds Ltd., the PepArt collection introduced hand-painted decorative designs to traditional table objects.

These works are appreciated by collectors interested in postmodern design, American studio objects, decorative arts and functional sculpture.

Collector interest:
Complete matching pairs from the PepArt collection are less commonly encountered than individual mills. The combination of artist signature, date, matching decoration and preserved functionality makes this set particularly desirable for collectors.

Condition:
Good original condition.
Both mills are complete and working correctly. They show minor signs of previous use, including small surface marks and light wear to the painted decoration. These signs are consistent with a genuine used design object and do not affect functionality.
Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.

Measurements:
Salt mill: Diam. 7 x H 23 cm
Pepper mill: Diam. 8.5 x 27 cm
Materials: Wood
Hand-painted decoration
Metal grinding mechanism

Designer: Robert Wilhelm
Manufacturer: William Bounds Ltd., USA
Collection: PepArt
Period: Late 20th century
Style: Postmodern design / Functional art / American collectible design

Shipping:
The item will be carefully packed using protective materials to ensure safe transport.
Tracked and insured shipping will be used.

Any customs duties, import taxes, VAT, clearance fees or other charges imposed by the destination country are the responsibility of the buyer.











































































































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