Black and White Ceramic Serving Bowl – Hand-Painted Historical Design

This black and white ceramic bowl is hand-painted and glazed by Rezgar Mamandi at Manna Pottery, and it is the only one of its kind. Its outside is covered in fine black-and-white linework with turquoise and cobalt accents, and the inside is a glossy, bold red. At 9.5″ wide and 4.5″ tall, it is sized for serving salads, fruit or bread.

The Historical Motif

Around the outside, leaping horned animals run in white panels outlined in red, set between turquoise arches that frame the rim and the base. Behind them, hundreds of small hand-drawn white lines on black create a mosaic-like surface that changes as you turn the bowl. The design looks back to the oldest stories people ever painted: animal figures and simple geometric shapes on cave walls. Because every line is painted by hand, small variations in spacing and color are part of the piece, not flaws.

How to Use It

• Use: A serving bowl for salads, pasta, fruit or popcorn. It is dishwasher and microwave safe.
• Display: An empty centerpiece on a dining table, console or open shelf, where the red interior shows from across the room.
• Gift: A housewarming or wedding gift for someone who loves black and white decor with a story behind it.

Size & Care

• Size: 9.5″ W × 4.5″ H (24.1 × 11.4 cm)
• Dishwasher safe and microwave safe
• Signed on the bottom by the artist

Is this the exact bowl in the photos?
Yes. This is a one-of-a-kind piece, so you receive the bowl shown in the photos.

Is the bowl food-safe?
It is dishwasher and microwave safe. [confirm lead-free / food-safe glaze]

Can I see it in person before buying?
Yes. Visit our studio in Sterling, VA, open daily from 11 AM.