Recycled Decorative Platters by Boris Bally

Description

The DPW Platter makes a stunning centerpiece for your table. It is part of a collection that has been showcased at many museums around the country as well as the Smithsonian Institute. Scrap street signs are materials ripe for the battles of this decade: their obvious environmental message; the mockery of precious materials which are symbolic of the American struggle for wealth and success; their subtle defiance of authority.

Features

• Unique design
• Perfect centerpiece for your table
• Makes a nice wall hanging
• Dimensions: 3.5"H x 24"D
• Each piece is unique and features it's own distinctive marks
• Hand cut and die formed in the U.S.A.

Reviews

Expert Review

The entire Boris Bally line of art-as-home-goods impresses us because of its uniqueness, its ingenuity and its subtle sense of humor, not mention the quality craftsmanship and striking aesthetics of the work. View the other pieces in the line, too. The Boris Bally line includes tables, chairs, coasters, platters, and much more.

Craftsmanship

Handmade in USA (Rhode Island).
Boris Bally crafts his artwork using retired signage from the Department of Public Works. The pieces are cut, handspun and riveted re-using old aluminum traffic signs. The final aesthetic result is expressed through functional platters. Each piece is unique, individually handcrafted and signed by the artist. Due to the nature of this artwork each piece will vary according to availability of materials. Hand crafted in Rhode Island.

Summary

Designed and manufactured in Rhode Island, this platter is edgy, modern and certainly something your guests will want to talk about. If you have a sense of humor and an aversion to the ordinary, this display platter will delight your guests and brighten your table.