Beautiful
Faux-Burl
PAINTED Bowl   

New England, ca. 1800 to early 19th century.

Original paint on maple, with a pronounced rim and raised foot. Of an early form often seen, yet elevated into scarcity by its skillfully painted surface that convincingly emulates highly figured burl. The maker clearly had talent in rendering painted surfaces. Note the widely spaced lathe tool marks, particularly visible in the interior, indicative of a slowly turning lathe as used in this period.

Superb condition, minor expected paint wear, no cracks. Diameter about 8 3/8 inches x 8 ¾ (shrinkage across the grain) x 2 ¾ tall.