{"product_id":"11401-black-limba","title":"Black Limba 16\" — Watercolor Grain Edition","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eItem 11401 — Artist: Ben Balzer\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003eThis Black Limba bowl reads like a watercolor painting — its grain flowing in soft, organic waves across the surface, punctuated by three bold black stripes that draw the eye with quiet authority. The side has been sculpted to fully reveal the wood's grain pattern, making each view of the piece a discovery. Black Limba, sourced from West Africa, is prized for its dramatic contrast and natural expressiveness. This is a piece that rewards looking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy This Piece Is Exceptional\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\u003eWatercolor grain figure\u003c\/b\u003e — soft, flowing pattern with the depth of a painted surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThree bold black stripes\u003c\/b\u003e — a rare natural feature that gives this bowl its commanding presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHand-sculpted sides\u003c\/b\u003e — shaped to showcase the grain in full dimension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRare West African Black Limba\u003c\/b\u003e — high-contrast wood with exceptional visual character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOne-of-a-kind\u003c\/b\u003e — no other Black Limba bowl will share this exact pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeirloom quality\u003c\/b\u003e — sculpted to be enjoyed and admired for generations\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 16.3\" (41.5 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.8\" (7.0 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDepth:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.6\" (4.0 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.5 lbs (1114 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eItem:\u003c\/b\u003e 11401\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003eThe watercolor grain and bold stripe detail make this bowl ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003egallery or studio display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003emodern living room or entry table centerpieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003ecurated shelf or sideboard styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003edistinctive, considered gift for serious collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003econtemporary or transitional interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003eThe three black stripes are especially striking under warm or directional lighting, shifting character throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCustomer Impressions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003eCollectors consistently praise Talking Wood Studio bowls for their craftsmanship, grain beauty, and sculptural presence — pieces that hold attention long after they arrive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Talking Wood Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46939332772038,"sku":null,"price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/0741\/0630\/files\/11401C.jpg?v=1788138365","url":"https:\/\/talkingwoodstudio.com\/products\/11401-black-limba","provider":"Talking Wood Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}