Celebrate National Oyster Day in Beatriz Ball New Orleans Style!
Inspired by the artistry of Nature, this majestic OCEAN Oyster Large Dip is a sculptural interpretation of the oyster shell.The eye-catching design boasts large and small serving areas, and is great for chips and dip, or cold seafood and cocktail sauce. Pairs perfectly with any Beatriz Ball OCEAN oyster bowls.Great for indoor/outdoor entertaining! Beatriz Ball’s intensely handmade products employ eco-friendly and ...
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An East Village Artist’s Death Prompts a Reflection on the State of Indie Retailers Today
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While thumbing through the Times, I noticed a smiling young woman’s picture in the obituaries. In the black and white photograph, she's standing on a fire escape with a historic building and a bridge in the distance. I was initially attracted to Ronni Solbert’s 1959 picture, yet I was even more drawn in by what I noticed next to her photo: a children&...
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Color is calling! From the famed Amalfi Coast, Campagna, Vietri's flagship dinnerware, offers endless possibilities for artistic entertaining with colorful patterns that capture the vitality of the Italian countryside. The newest design, Cane (Dog), features whimsical hand-painted pups playfully running through a seaside garden in Positano Village (light green plate in lower middle of pic). Campagna is made of dishwasher and microwave safe Terra Cotta, and is available in 7 color/animal ...
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Gleaming bud vases in brilliant crystal clear glass. This three-piece set is notable for its diamond-like sparkle, substantial weight, and a faceted surfaces that were hand-cut by skilled artisans.The vases catch the light and add a simplistic decorative quality.
In three shapes--round, short and teardrop--made to mix and match for artistic tablescapes. Beatriz loves using lots of them together, mixing shapes, each with different single flowers. Perfect gifts, beautifully packaged and ...
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The GLASS New Orleans Swirl Collection is a perfect starting point!
Each piece is a unique work of art with swirling blue and white surface that are beautifully soothing, and blend nicely with many of today's top design trends. Light will show off their jewel-tone hues, textures and translucence.
Combine New Orleans Swirl pieces for an artistic and practical set that is food and dishwasher safe.
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Hope you had a wonderful weekend and that you continue to celebrate the holiday season with family and friends with the best artisan bread in town. Show your treats to the fullest as evidenced by these loaves served in this handmade basket made from organic natural vines. We are grateful to the artisans who share their artistry with us. Happy New Year!
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natural elegance, extraordinary durability
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Beatriz Ball introduces its first festive season collection, “Happy Christmas,” a collaboration with noted American illustrator, August Wren. The artist contributed bright and happy watercolor depictions of wintery greens, birds and other animals reproduced on cork-backed coasters. Sold in sets of four, the packaging includes festive and colorful ribbons and “to/from” tags all designed by August Wren.
The four round discs contained in Beatriz Ball's VIDA Happy ...
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At Mottahedeh, we choose to be colorful. That is for dinnerware or decorative objects for your home.
The historical story is important to us, because it represents the best of a culture of the past. For our reproductions and adaptations of designs, we try to understand the perspective of someone in those times and be true to their idea. For instance, if we are making an adaptation of a dinner plate from the 1750’s we would not take one motif that is repeated six times around the plate and...
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Beatriz Ball and Louisiana-based ceramicist Gretchen Murchison developed the lively VENTO Bloom Collection, sculptural serving pieces inspired by floral and botanical forms.
The dynamic design of the two-part VENTO Bloom Chip and Dip in Beatriz Ball’s signature hand-polished metal features rippling petal-like movement, creating an eye-catching serving piece that combines beauty, artistry and functionality.
Great on its own, or combined with other Bloom shapes and sizes, this handsome...
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Beatriz Ball is passionate about creating multifunctional pieces that look great, are easy to care for, and that you'll feel good about. Sustainably made, these handsome handcrafted SIERRA MODERN Ripples designs are dishwasher safe.
The SIERRA MODERN Ripples Large Charcuterie Tray with Handles (Gunmetal) has a deeply furrowed, rippling surface and crisp detailing. It works beautifully on its own but makes a major statement when grouped with other Ripples items in different finishes. You&
The fabulous form of the VIDA Bloom Small Deep Bowl in luxury melamine is flowing and organic. The dynamic design features rippling petal-like movement, creating a compact serving vessel that combines beauty, artistry and functionality. Great on its own or combined with other Bloom shapes and sizes. A small, but stunning serving piece ideal for serving seasonal treats and other goodies.
Presented in a glistening white melamine with the look of ceramics, or in Beatriz Ball’s signature ...
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Mother Nature is the best inspiration of all, and the Floral Sketch collection consists of delicate drawings of Jasmine, Camellia, Wisteria, and Cherry Blossoms. This marriage between Juliska's subtle thread and berries motif and the artistic depictions of flowers makes for mix n’ match fun.
See the pattern at Glassworks in Shadyside.
Distinctive, distinguished, and designed for every day.
Beatriz Ball has developed a process to create modern metallic finishes that are easy-care and practical, as well as jaw-droppingly beautiful. Paired with handsome surfaces and unexpected shapes, they are a re-invention of metalware that will transform today's table--including your own.
Discover a new level of luxe with the SIERRA MODERN Collection; iconic Beatriz Ball designs in modern new metallic finishes of Gold, Rose Gold and...
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Beatriz Ball's gleaming glass bud vases in rich, luscious tones of amethyst, smoke, and a brilliant clear glass.
This three-piece set is notable for its diamond-like sparkle, substantial weight, and faceted surfaces that were hand-cut by skilled artisans.
In three shapes--round, short and teardrop--made to mix and match for artistic tablescapes. Beatriz loves using lots of them together, mixing cut with smooth, each with different single flowers.
The Beatriz Ball SOHO Rectangular Medium Brooklyn Platter is notable for its simple rectangular shape and shimmering hand-polished surface.
Great on the table, bar or kitchen island, it absolutely invites sharing. Handmade by skilled artisans, this is a multi-purpose tray you'll appreciate as much for its supreme functionality as for its artistic originality. Several Brooklyn styles to choose from.
Beatriz Ball’s bestselling New Orleans Round Foil Leafing Bowl Set in Gold from the GLASS Collection, includes small but deep glass bowls with hand applied gold foil in two useful sizes.
The vibrant and colorful New Orleans Collection represents a departure for Beatriz Ball, but upholds the company’s championing of handmade traditions and artistry. With all the color and spirit of the Crescent City’s unique culture, the New Orleans round bowl set includes bowls in two sizes ...
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A touch of gold never gets old! The vibrant and colorful New Orleans Collection represents something of a departure for Beatriz Ball, but upholds the company’s championing of handmade traditions and artistry.
The GLASS New Orleans Round Foil Leafing Bowl with hand-applied gold foil is food safe and ideal for serving, and as vibrant home décor. Opulent and sophisticated, the New Orleans Collection adds a rich and luxe dimension to Beatriz Ball’s product mix—and to your...
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The SIERRA MODERN Plano Long Oval Platter (Gold) in a brilliant champagne tone boasts a richly textured, fabric-inspired surface and generous serving area. With its distinctive shape and notched handle, it is reminiscent of an artist's palette. Perfectly flat and designed for serving cheese and charcuterie, it will add a modern touch to your home. One of the designer’s favorite new items, it is sure to be one of yours, too. Dishwasher safe!