Maple Collection

Big Leaf Maple Bowl — 20″ Master Grade — Golden Holographic Crest Edition — One‑of‑One

$1,450.00

This monumental Master Grade Big Leaf Maple bowl showcases a rare golden holographic crest figure — a sweeping, radiant pattern that shifts and glows as the bowl moves. Individually shaped by artisan Ben Balzer, this 20″ centerpiece represents the highest tier of Big Leaf Maple artistry, combining scale, clarity, and motion in a single sculptural form.

Big Leaf Maple — Holographic, Radiant, and Alive Big Leaf Maple is known for its dramatic figure potential, but holographic crest is an elite variant where the grain forms shimmering waves that appear to lift and fold under changing light. This bowl displays full‑surface holographic movement, transitioning from bright gold to warm amber in a fluid, luminous sweep.

Figure & Grain Highlights The crest pattern rises across the bowl in layered waves, creating a dynamic sense of depth and motion. The wide, shallow form amplifies the holographic effect, allowing light to travel across the surface in long, uninterrupted arcs. This is a rare figure type, especially at this scale, and the clarity of the crest pattern makes the bowl feel alive — shifting, glowing, and richly dimensional.

Artisan Craftsmanship Every Talking Wood Studio bowl is shaped one at a time by artisan Ben Balzer. This piece was refined through progressive hand sanding, cured oils, and the full Beall Buffing System, resulting in a glass‑smooth surface that magnifies the holographic crest figure. No mass production. No duplicates. No second editions.

Why This Piece Is Exceptional • Master Grade Big Leaf Maple — rare holographic crest figure • Golden radiance — transitions from bright gold to amber • Large 20″ format — museum‑tier display size • Dynamic visual behavior — figure shifts and folds with light • Collector‑level rarity — crest figure at this scale is uncommon • One‑of‑a‑kind — no other bowl shares this exact pattern • Functional heirloom — display, serve, or gift with confidence

Dimensions & Details • Diameter: 19.5″ (49.5 cm) • Height: 2.5″ (6.3 cm) • Depth: 1.6″ (4.0 cm) • Weight: 4.1 lbs (1874 g) • Item: 20013 • Artist: Ben Balzer • Completion Date: 2022 • Wood: Big Leaf Maple • Figure Type: Golden Holographic Crest • Finish: Museum‑grade oil + Beall Buffing System • Origin: Handcrafted in Georgia, USA • Price: $1450

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 Big Leaf Maple bowl. Holographic crest figure at this clarity and size is extremely 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.

Big Leaf Maple Bowl — 20″ Master Grade — Golden Holographic Crest Edition — One‑of‑One

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