{"product_id":"11124-black-walnut","title":"Black Walnut 12\" — Nested Contours Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eItem 11124 — Artist: Ben Balzer\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Black Walnut bowl draws the eye into a series of nested contours — a tightly gathered oval of grain at one end of the interior opening toward a broader, softer field at the other. Dark lines trace those shapes through warm brown wood, creating an uneven rhythm that feels organic rather than symmetrical. Outside, sweeping arches spread across the low sidewall, giving the piece a second composition beneath the rim. Its beauty lies in those changing relationships: close-set lines and open spaces, dark outlines and quiet warmth. A sculptural work that invites you to linger over the details.\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\u003eNested oval grain\u003c\/b\u003e — closely spaced contours gather around a distinct focal point within the interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAsymmetric composition\u003c\/b\u003e — a compact grain pattern at one end balances a broader field at the other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDark natural outlines\u003c\/b\u003e — curving lines lend definition to the wood's warm brown tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSweeping exterior arches\u003c\/b\u003e — broad bands span the sidewall, offering a different pattern from the interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLow, gently flared form\u003c\/b\u003e — a wide opening reveals the grain while the restrained profile keeps attention on the wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOne-of-a-kind artwork\u003c\/b\u003e — this arrangement of contours, tones, and form belongs to this bowl alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.9″ (30.3 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.8″ (7.2 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDepth:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.8″ (4.4 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.0 lbs (904 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eItem:\u003c\/b\u003e 11124\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Ben Balzer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompletion Date:\u003c\/b\u003e 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nested contours and understated profile make this bowl ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea gallery display where the interior can be viewed from above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea console or coffee table with room around the artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea sideboard arrangement against a simple, contrasting backdrop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea considered gift for someone drawn to intricate natural patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ean interior that pairs sculptural wood with ceramics or stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition the bowl so the tightly nested oval is visible, then explore how the composition changes when the piece is turned. A lower viewing angle brings the exterior arches into focus, while a view from above reveals the contrast between concentrated grain and more open areas. A one-of-a-kind fine art piece, celebrating the natural beauty of Black Walnut through sculptural form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCustomer Impressions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a collector who enjoys finding order within natural variation, this bowl offers a quietly absorbing experience: contours within contours, an off-center focal point, and a warm, restrained form that gives each line room to be appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Talking Wood Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48243240960198,"sku":"11124","price":349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/0741\/0630\/files\/11124C_0a43e2f8-eff0-4a90-9cee-6a27e80fd23b.jpg?v=1791058512","url":"https:\/\/talkingwoodstudio.com\/products\/11124-black-walnut","provider":"Talking Wood Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}