Light glides gently across the Bordallo Pinheiro Cloudy Butterflies bowl, revealing soft shadows and delicate winged motifs. The glossy glaze captures the fleeting beauty of air and movement, giving the impression that butterflies have just landed across the curved surface. Compact yet expressive, the 19 cm bowl brings quiet charm to the table, where subtle details become the center of attention.

Handcrafted artistry

Each hand painted ceramic bowl is shaped and finished by artisans in Portugal, using traditional techniques that emphasize precision and emotion. The terracotta base gives the piece depth and warmth, while the layered glazes create unique variations in tone and reflection. Slight irregularities, soft brush marks or shade differences, are deliberate, proof of the craftsmanship that defines true Portuguese terracotta serveware.

Design and poetic vision

Designed by Claudia Schiffer, the Cloudy Butterflies collection embodies her fascination with nature’s grace and transformation. Here, the butterfly motif becomes a metaphor for freedom and renewal, expressed through delicate reliefs and harmonious contours. The bowl’s rounded silhouette feels spontaneous, as though molded by the rhythm of air itself. This Claudia Schiffer design bridges fashion and fine ceramics, blending tactile artistry with light-filled imagination.

Practical beauty

Though refined, the bowl is made for real use. It’s suitable for microwave and dishwasher cleaning, yet not for oven or abrupt temperature changes. Its manageable size makes it ideal for serving snacks, fruit, or desserts, while its sculptural texture lends itself naturally to display. Whether in daily service or as accent décor, it performs beautifully, an example of luxury decorative bowl design with timeless appeal.

Objects for the mindful home

For those who buy designer ceramic bowl online seeking authenticity and emotion, this collectible butterfly collection piece brings poetry into everyday life. It reflects a balance of intuition and craftsmanship that defines Bordallo Pinheiro’s collaboration with Claudia Schiffer. As their motto suggests: Explore ceramic bowls, plates and centerpieces online, chosen by design-conscious homeowners, because the beauty of a home lies in the details we choose to live with.