{"product_id":"11120-cherry","title":"Cherry Bowl — 11″ Amber Ascent Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eItem 11120 — Artist: Ben Balzer\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Cherry bowl brings Cherry's warmth into a poised, upward-opening silhouette. From its defined circular base, the walls rise in a broad, gently curved sweep toward an open rim. Fine grain travels across the exterior in softly layered lines, with golden-amber highlights giving way to deeper reddish-brown passages as the surface turns away from the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViewed from above, the composition becomes quieter. An elongated oval of grain rests within the interior, surrounded by delicate contour lines and small dark beauty marks. These natural accents add a subtle counterpoint to the orderly grain, inviting the eye to move between the calm center and the rising walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 11 inches across and 4 inches high, this one-of-a-kind artwork by Ben Balzer has a taller, more ascending presence than its compact footprint might suggest. Its appeal lies in that balance: an intimate interior held within a confident silhouette, warm color expressed through a clean sculptural form.\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\u003eAscending silhouette\u003c\/b\u003e — gently flaring walls rise from a defined circular base, giving the piece a poised architectural presence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGolden-amber surface\u003c\/b\u003e — luminous warm passages contrast with the deeper reddish-brown interior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQuiet oval grain\u003c\/b\u003e — elongated contour lines create a composed focal point within the bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIndividual beauty marks\u003c\/b\u003e — scattered dark accents bring natural character to the fine Cherry grain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBalanced display proportions\u003c\/b\u003e — a 10.7-inch diameter and 3.9-inch height offer both intimacy and sculptural presence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOne-of-a-kind fine art\u003c\/b\u003e — its particular arrangement of grain, color, and natural markings gives this sculpture its own identity.\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;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 10.7″ (27.1 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.9″ (9.8 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDepth:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.8″ (7.2 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.3lbs (598 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eItem:\u003c\/b\u003e 11120\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Ben Balzer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompletion Date:\u003c\/b\u003e 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrice:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e$249.00\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\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 Cherry bowl rewards a setting that reveals both its rising profile and its interior grain:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA console with breathing room around the sculptural outline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA low gallery shelf that offers a view into the interior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA tabletop composition pairing warm wood with pale stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA curated interior with neutral textures that let the amber color stand out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA personal collection exploring the relationship between natural grain and sculptural form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGentle directional lighting can emphasize the sweep of the walls and the fine lines across the exterior. Allowing space around the piece makes its transition from grounded base to open rim especially rewarding to appreciate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCustomer Impressions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a collector drawn to warm color and clear form, this Cherry bowl offers a compelling contrast: a confident upward sweep seen from the side and a quieter, finely patterned interior seen from above. Small beauty marks make close viewing as engaging as the silhouette's first impression.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Talking Wood Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48244051017926,"sku":"11120","price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/0741\/0630\/files\/11120C.jpg?v=1791099073","url":"https:\/\/talkingwoodstudio.com\/products\/11120-cherry","provider":"Talking Wood Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}