{"product_id":"11125-black-walnut","title":"Black Walnut 12\" — Cresting Grain Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eItem 11125 — 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 reads like a landscape traced in wood — two rounded fields of grain linked by a flowing passage through the interior, their warm brown tones edged with darker, curving lines. The figure comes from the meeting of two branches, giving the surface its distinctive interplay of patterns. Along the sculpted sidewall, layers of grain rise in broad arcs to form a crest beneath the rim. Its low, open silhouette lets that movement take center stage. This is a piece that invites your eye to follow the grain, then circle back and discover it anew.\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\u003eExpressive crotch figure\u003c\/b\u003e — grain formed where two branches developed, creating the distinctive composition across the interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaired rounded grain patterns\u003c\/b\u003e — two flowing fields linked through the center, giving the top view a natural rhythm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCresting side grain\u003c\/b\u003e — layered curves sweep upward across the exterior in broad, rising arcs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSculpted sidewall\u003c\/b\u003e — shaped to reveal the layered grain and make the side view a discovery of its own\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLow, open silhouette\u003c\/b\u003e — a broad rim and gently rising sides display the figure without competing with it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOne-of-a-kind\u003c\/b\u003e — this particular meeting of grain and form belongs to a single Black Walnut artwork by Ben Balzer\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″ (30.1 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.9″ (7.3 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDepth:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.8″ (4.5 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.7 lbs (776 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eItem:\u003c\/b\u003e 11125\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 flowing interior figure and cresting side grain make this bowl ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egallery or studio display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eliving room or entry table centerpieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecurated shelf or sideboard styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea distinctive, considered gift for a collector of wood art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003econtemporary or transitional interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive the piece a setting where both the interior and the sculpted side remain visible. From above, the paired grain patterns create a flowing composition; from the side, the layered arcs give the wood a different sense of movement. A simple backdrop allows both perspectives to hold attention. Intended as sculptural fine art for display, not as serving ware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCustomer Impressions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors drawn to the stories held in natural wood, this bowl offers an intimate view of branching growth — rounded patterns within, cresting layers outside, and a composition that rewards looking from more than one angle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Talking Wood Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48243153207494,"sku":"11125","price":349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/0741\/0630\/files\/11125C.jpg?v=1791052910","url":"https:\/\/talkingwoodstudio.com\/products\/11125-black-walnut","provider":"Talking Wood Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}