# Sculptural Tableware Porcelain Carafes, Dishes & Flasks by Aldo Bakker By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-04-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldo-bakker-tableware References: [betterlivingthroughdesign](http://www.betterlivingthroughdesign.com/2009/04/aldo_bakker_tableware_pieces.html) & [aldobakker](http://www.aldobakker.com/site.php?d,01,06) This porcelain tableware by Aldo Bakker is positively gorgeous. Each piece could stand on its own as a miniature sculpture to dress up your tablescape or kitchen counter. I’m happy to report, is that these pieces are actually [for sale](http://www.gnr8.biz/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=aldo+bakker&x=28&y=14). The Aldo Bakker pieces of [sculptural tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carrousel-flatware) in the gallery above are, in order, a vinegar flask, oil can, oil platter, salt cellar, and water carafe. The product photography is courtesy of Erik and Petra Hesmerg. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sculptural Tableware:** Opportunity for designers to create visually stunning tableware that doubles as artwork. - **Porcelain Carafes:** Innovation in the design of carafes using porcelain, combining aesthetic appeal with functionality. - **Dishes & Flasks:** Exploration of new shapes and forms for dishes and flasks to enhance the dining experience. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor brands to offer unique and artistic tableware designs. - **Kitchenware:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for kitchenware brands to create functional yet visually appealing products. - **Design:** Exploration of new materials and forms in the design industry to create sculptural tableware. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Ceramic Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-of-tangible-spaces.md) - [Revived Mid-Century Serveware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tortugaware.md) - [Innovative Ceramic Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-tableware1.md) - [Modern Tableware Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trasa-home.md) - [Wavy Sculptural Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-coffee-tables.md) - [Porcelain Dinnerware Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monte-porcelain.md) - [Stackable Clay Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torre-vases.md) - [Stunning Ceramic Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salt-vase.md) - [Exquisite Circular Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salt-vases.md)