Ribbon Sapele Bowl — 14″ — Golden Grain Edition — One‑of‑One

Ribbon Sapele Bowl — 14″ — Golden Grain Edition — One‑of‑One

$625.00

presence. Individually shaped by artisan Ben Balzer, this 14″ centerpiece blends clarity, warmth, and elegant motion in one of the most substantial Sapele forms produced at Talking Wood Studio.

Ribbon Sapele — Warm, Shimmering, and Architectural

Ribbon Sapele is known for its long, parallel bands of shimmer that shift under changing light. This bowl displays a golden‑grain pattern, where the figure rises in soft vertical waves, creating a calm, horizon‑like motion across the surface. The effect is warm, refined, and quietly premium.

Figure & Grain Highlights

• Golden ribbon movement — long shimmering bands with warm undertones • Copper‑amber heartwood that glows under directional light • Large 13.8″ diameter — commanding centerpiece scale • Tall 3.7″ profile — elegant sculptural lift • Heavy 3.5 lb weight — substantial presence • Clean, uninterrupted grain field — consistent and refined

This bowl reads like a warm horizon — expansive, glowing, and deeply grounded.

Artisan Craftsmanship

Every bowl at Talking Wood Studio is shaped one at a time by artisan Ben Balzer. This piece was refined through progressive hand‑sanding, cured oils, and the full Beall Buffing System, resulting in a glass‑smooth surface that highlights the natural glow of Ribbon Sapele. No mass production. No duplicates. No second editions.

Why This Piece Is Exceptional

• Warm golden ribbon movement • Large sculptural form — commanding 14″ centerpiece • Heavy 3.5 lb weight — rare density and presence • Refined proportions — tall, balanced, and elegant • One‑of‑a‑kind — no other bowl shares this exact pattern • Heirloom craftsmanship — built to last for generations

Dimensions & Details

• Diameter: 13.8″ (35.1 cm) • Height: 3.7″ (9.4 cm) • Depth: 2.9″ (7.3 cm) • Weight: 3.5 lbs (1580 g) • Item: 11425 • Artist: Ben Balzer • Completion Date: 2026 • Wood: Ribbon Sapele • Edition: Golden Grain Edition • Finish: Museum‑grade oil + Beall Buffing System • Origin: Handcrafted in Georgia, USA • Price: $625

Care Instructions

Wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid soaking. Re‑wax occasionally to maintain luster. With simple care, this bowl will last for generations.

Collector Notes

This bowl’s warm golden tone and strong ribbon movement make it ideal for centerpiece display, dining or entry table placement, warm‑tone interior design, and collectors seeking large, elegant Sapele pieces. It glows beautifully under soft, directional light.

Beautiful craftsmanship

The bowl is beautiful. I ended up purchasing several other unique bowls for work colleagues and they just loved them. The compliments were overwhelming. A true work of art.

It’s absolutely beautiful! Expert craftsmanship, my wife loved it, we share salads from it several times a week!

Black Walnut Bowl

Looks great on our entry table. Beautiful piece of work.

Stunning centerpiece!

This bowl is exquisite and is a perfect centerpiece on the table as you enter my front door. The craftsmanship is remarkable and highlights the beauty of the grain. Love it!

Bought it as a Christmas gift for my wife. She adores it and is placed where everyone can see it. It has done everything from a decorative piece to candy bowl. Looks great and it's functional. Couldn't be happier with it.