16” Flame Maple (MA) Bowl - Top/Side View

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Flame Maple Bowl — 16″ — Master Grade — Holographic Flame Edition

$1,350.00

Flame Maple Bowl — Master Grade (16″) Radiant Flame Edition — One of One This Master Grade Flame Maple bowl displays powerful, holographic flame movement that shifts and glows as the bowl turns. Its radiant bands of light create a dynamic, three‑dimensional effect that makes this piece visually electric. Hand turned by artisan Ben Balzer, this one‑of‑a‑kind bowl represents the highest level of hardwood artistry — bold, luminous, and crafted to be an heirloom.

Flame Maple — Dynamic, Light‑Reactive Figure Flame Maple is known for its ribbon‑like flame patterns that shimmer under changing light. This bowl exhibits exceptionally strong flame movement across both the interior and exterior, forming a continuous landscape of motion and depth. The effect is vivid, dramatic, and impossible to replicate.

Figure & Grain Highlights The flame figure in this piece is unusually intense and consistent. As the bowl turns, bright bands of light sweep across the surface, revealing depth, contrast, and optical motion. This is a textbook example of true Master Grade flame — the kind collectors seek out for its rarity and visual impact.

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 the wood’s natural figure and invites touch. No mass production. No duplicates. No second editions.

Why This Piece Is Exceptional • Master Grade Flame Maple — rare, holographic flame movement with exceptional intensity • Dynamic visual behavior — figure shifts and glows with angle and lighting • Large sculptural presence — 16″ diameter creates dramatic visual impact • Collector‑level rarity — flame of this strength is extremely uncommon • One of a kind — no other bowl will share this exact flame pattern • Functional heirloom — display, serve, or gift with confidence

Dimensions & Details • Diameter: 16.0″ (40.6 cm) • Height: 2.4″ (6.1 cm) • Depth: 1.5″ (3.8 cm) • Weight: 2.7 lbs (1225 g) • Item: 15808 • Artist: Ben Balzer • Completion Date: 2024 • Wood: Flame Maple • Finish: Museum grade oil + Beall Buffing System • Origin: Handcrafted in Georgia, USA • Price: $2,250

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 Flame Maple bowl. Flame movement of this intensity 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.

Flame Maple Bowl — 16″ — Master Grade — Holographic Flame Edition

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