{"product_id":"11425-sapele","title":"Ribbon Sapele Bowl — 14″ — Golden Grain Edition — One‑of‑One","description":"\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003epresence. 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRibbon Sapele — Warm, Shimmering, and Architectural\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRibbon 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFigure \u0026amp; Grain Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• 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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis bowl reads like a warm horizon — expansive, glowing, and deeply grounded.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eArtisan Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy This Piece Is Exceptional\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• 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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• 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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWipe with a soft cloth. Avoid soaking. Re‑wax occasionally to maintain luster. With simple care, this bowl will last for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Talking Wood Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48244601520326,"sku":"11425","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/0741\/0630\/files\/11422C.jpg?v=1791100747","url":"https:\/\/talkingwoodstudio.com\/products\/11425-sapele","provider":"Talking Wood Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}