{"product_id":"11441-aformosia","title":"Aformosia Bowl — 17″ — Straight Grain Edition","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eItem 11441 — 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 Aformosia bowl is defined by its grain — straight, consistent, and unhurried, moving across the surface with a calm authority that recalls the finest teak. At 17 inches across its scale lets the wood speak fully. The warm golden tone and fine texture give it a presence that is both grounded and refined. A bowl that does not demand attention, but always receives it.\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\u003eStraight, consistent grain\u003c\/b\u003e — a teak-like figure with exceptional regularity and visual calm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGenerous scale\u003c\/b\u003e — at 17″ across, one of the largest Aformosia bowls in the studio’s collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWest African Aformosia\u003c\/b\u003e — a rare, stable hardwood prized for its warm tone and fine surface character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHand-turned and finished\u003c\/b\u003e — shaped to honor the full length and rhythm of the grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOne-of-a-kind\u003c\/b\u003e — no two Aformosia bowls will share this exact figure and proportion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeirloom quality\u003c\/b\u003e — sculpted to be admired and passed on 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 16.6″ (42.2 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.4″ (6.0 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDepth:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.3″ (3.3 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 4.0 lbs (1812 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eItem:\u003c\/b\u003e 11441\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\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrice:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e$499.00\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/b\u003e Only \u003cb\u003e1\u003c\/b\u003e available\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 straight grain and commanding scale of this bowl make it ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003edining table or entry hall display where scale and warmth are needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003ecurated shelving or credenza styling in warm-toned or natural interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003egallery or studio settings where material integrity and quietude are prized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003ea considered gift for collectors who appreciate understated, classical craft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003etraditional, Japandi, or mid-century modern interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003eThe straight grain reads with particular clarity under raking or directional light — the lines sharpen and the surface takes on a silken quality.\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 choose 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":46939525218502,"sku":null,"price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/0741\/0630\/files\/11441C.jpg?v=1788192124","url":"https:\/\/talkingwoodstudio.com\/products\/11441-aformosia","provider":"Talking Wood Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}