{"product_id":"11403-sapele","title":"Sapele Bowl — 15″ Golden Veil Edition","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eItem 11403 — Artist: Ben Balzer\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sapele bowl reveals a veil of fine golden grain across a deep reddish-brown interior. Long, closely drawn lines travel through the central field, gathering into darker bands as they follow the gently rising walls. The composition is restrained yet richly detailed, balancing broad passages of warm color with delicate golden highlights and deeper shadows near the rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViewed from the side, the surface becomes a sweep of layered grain across a generous rounded profile. Fine figuring adds a softly rippled texture to portions of the exterior, while darker lines carry the eye around the form. A low circular foot gives the sculpture a grounded stance without interrupting its flowing outline. At 15 inches across and 4 inches high, the piece has the breadth to anchor a curated setting while retaining a calm, open presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated by Ben Balzer, this one-of-a-kind artwork invites appreciation at two scales: the clear silhouette from across a room and the intricate grain revealed up close. Its distinctive character lies in the fine golden lines, the darker surrounding bands, and the subtle figuring that gives the side view its own visual richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy This Piece Is Exceptional\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFine golden grain\u003c\/b\u003e — long, delicate lines create a luminous central field within the darker wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDeep surrounding bands\u003c\/b\u003e — flowing brown passages follow the interior walls and give the composition definition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSubtle exterior figuring\u003c\/b\u003e — softly rippled detail across portions of the sidewall rewards close viewing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBroad sculptural presence\u003c\/b\u003e — a generous opening and gently rounded walls create a confident yet restrained silhouette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrounded circular foot\u003c\/b\u003e — a low, defined base supports the form while keeping the grain-filled walls prominent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOne-of-a-kind fine art\u003c\/b\u003e — this individual combination of color, grain, and form belongs to a single Sapele artwork by Ben Balzer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 14.6″ (37.1 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.7″ (9.5 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDepth:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.8″ (7.1 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 5.1 lbs (2312 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eItem:\u003c\/b\u003e 11403\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Ben Balzer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompletion Date:\u003c\/b\u003e 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrice:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e$579.00\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/b\u003e Only \u003cb\u003e1\u003c\/b\u003e available \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sapele bowl's broad form and finely patterned surface reward a setting with room for both distant and close appreciation:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn entry console with space around the rounded silhouette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA low gallery display that reveals the interior's long grain lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA sideboard where the exterior figuring remains visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA curated grouping with pale stone or neutral textures to contrast the rich wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA personal collection celebrating subtle surface detail and sculptural balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGentle directional light can draw attention to the golden lines and softly figured sidewall. A simple backdrop allows the warm central field and darker surrounding bands to remain the focus, while an open arrangement invites viewing from more than one angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCustomer Impressions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a collector drawn to richness without overt ornament, this Sapele bowl offers a quiet progression of discoveries: a broad, confident form, fine golden grain within, and rippled detail along the exterior. Its balance of warm color and darker bands gives the artwork depth without competing with its clean outline.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Talking Wood Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48245388345542,"sku":"11403","price":579.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/0741\/0630\/files\/11403C_3945bdab-7cac-4951-9311-9bad4f69978f.jpg?v=1791121677","url":"https:\/\/talkingwoodstudio.com\/fr\/products\/11403-sapele","provider":"Talking Wood Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}