10” Spalted Flame Maple Bowl - Top/Side View

10” Spalted Flame Maple Bowl - Side View

10” Spalted Flame Maple Bowl - Bottom View

Spalted Flame Maple Bowl — 10″ — Master Grade — Autumn Flame Edition

$625.00

This Master Grade Spalted Flame Maple bowl blends two rare visual phenomena: dramatic flame figure and natural spalting. Its warm, autumnal coloration glows under changing light, while organic ink‑line spalting adds contrast and depth. Hand turned by artisan Ben Balzer, this one‑of‑a‑kind bowl represents the highest level of hardwood artistry — warm, sculptural, and crafted to be an heirloom.

Spalted Flame Maple — Contrast, Motion, and Natural Artistry Flame Maple is known for its ribboned, light‑reactive movement, while spalting introduces dark, organic lines formed naturally within the wood. This bowl displays strong flame figure enriched by delicate spalting, creating a unique interplay of motion, contrast, and natural patterning.

Figure & Grain Highlights The flame lines sweep across the bowl with clarity, shifting from gold to amber under changing light. Spalting adds ink‑line accents that enhance depth and visual interest. The deeper form amplifies vertical flame movement and highlights the transitions between figure and spalting.

Artisan Craftsmanship Every Talking Wood Studio bowl is shaped one at a time by artisan Ben Balzer. This piece was refined through a multi‑stage finishing process: progressive hand sanding, cured oils, and a full Beall Buffing System. The result is a glass‑smooth surface that enhances both flame and spalting. No mass production. No duplicates. No second editions.

Why This Piece Is Exceptional • Master Grade Spalted Flame Maple — rare combination of flame figure and natural spalting • Dynamic visual behavior — flame shifts and glows with angle and lighting • Autumn Flame coloration — warm gold, amber, and soft brown transitions • Collector‑level rarity — flame + spalting combinations are uncommon • One of a kind — no other bowl will share this exact pattern • Functional heirloom — display, serve, or gift with confidence

Dimensions & Details • Diameter: 10.4″ (26.5 cm) • Height: 3.1″ (8.0 cm) • Depth: 2.0″ (5.2 cm) • Weight: 2.8 lbs (1260 g) • Item: 16247 • Artist: Ben Balzer • Completion Date: 2024 • Wood: Spalted Flame Maple • Finish: Museum grade oil + Beall Buffing System • Origin: Handcrafted in Georgia, USA • Price: $625

Care Instructions Wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid soaking. Re‑wax occasionally to maintain luster. With simple care, this bowl will last for generations.

Collector Notes This is a one‑of‑a‑kind Master Grade Spalted Flame Maple bowl. The combination of strong flame figure and natural spalting is exceptionally rare. Once sold, it becomes part of a private collection and will never be recreated.

Beautiful craftsmanship

The bowl is beautiful. I ended up purchasing several other unique bowls for work colleagues and they just loved them. The compliments were overwhelming. A true work of art.

It’s absolutely beautiful! Expert craftsmanship, my wife loved it, we share salads from it several times a week!

Black Walnut Bowl

Looks great on our entry table. Beautiful piece of work.

Stunning centerpiece!

This bowl is exquisite and is a perfect centerpiece on the table as you enter my front door. The craftsmanship is remarkable and highlights the beauty of the grain. Love it!

Bought it as a Christmas gift for my wife. She adores it and is placed where everyone can see it. It has done everything from a decorative piece to candy bowl. Looks great and it's functional. Couldn't be happier with it.

Spalted Flame Maple Bowl — 10″ — Master Grade — Autumn Flame Edition

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