ROARK modern

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The Roark Modern cachepot is a very specific, sculptural piece from Lisa Bowles’ collection—more design object than simple planter.

What it is

The primary model is the Bauhaus cachepot from Roark Modern:

* Large, modernist vessel with strong proportions
* Typically finished in black bronze resin or a chalky white variation
* Approx. 16” diameter x 10” height
* Fully waterproof (so it functions as a true cachepot—an outer decorative planter)

A cachepot, by definition, is meant to hold a plant in its nursery pot, hiding it while protecting surfaces—more about presentation than drainage.

Pricing & positioning

* Black bronze version: about $4,200
* Chalky white version: about $3,800

This places it firmly in the collectible design / gallery furniture category rather than typical home décor.

Design language

The piece references Bauhaus principles:

* “Form follows function”
* Minimal, architectural geometry
* Meant to stand alone as sculpture—even without a plant

It aligns closely with the rest of the Roark Modern line (Arp lamps, Nevelson pieces), where objects blur the line between functional design and art.