{"product_id":"11480-black-walnut","title":"Black Walnut Bowl — 14″ — Quiet Horizons Edition — One‑of‑One","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis monumental Black Walnut bowl showcases sweeping horizon‑line grain, deep chocolate‑brown tones, and a commanding sculptural presence. Individually shaped by artisan Ben Balzer, this 14″ centerpiece blends warmth, clarity, and dramatic movement in one of the largest walnut forms produced at Talking Wood Studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlack Walnut — Deep, Warm, and Architectural\u003c\/b\u003e Black Walnut is celebrated for its rich color and expressive grain. This bowl features quiet horizon grain, where broad, gentle waves stretch across the surface like distant landscape lines. The effect is calm, expansive, and visually grounding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFigure \u0026amp; Grain Highlights\u003c\/b\u003e Horizon‑line grain movement creates a wide, panoramic visual flow. Deep espresso heartwood blends with warm amber highlights. The massive 13.5″ diameter gives the bowl a commanding presence, while the 3.7 lb weight adds substantial, heirloom‑grade density. The tall 3.6″ profile enhances sculptural lift, and the clean grain field with subtle mineral accents adds refined clarity. This is a bowl that reads like a landscape — quiet, expansive, and deeply refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtisan Craftsmanship\u003c\/b\u003e Every Talking Wood Studio bowl 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 warmth of Black Walnut. No mass production. No duplicates. No second editions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy This Piece Is Exceptional\u003c\/b\u003e • Quiet horizon grain — calm, expansive visual movement • Large sculptural form — commanding 14″ centerpiece • Heavy 3.7 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\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/b\u003e • Diameter: 13.5″ (34.3 cm) • Height: 3.6″ (9.2 cm) • Depth: 2.4″ (6.0 cm) • Weight: 3.7 lbs (1686 g) • Item: 11480 • Artist: Ben Balzer • Completion Date: 2026 • Wood: Black Walnut • Edition: Quiet Horizons Edition • Finish: Museum‑grade oil + Beall Buffing System • Origin: Handcrafted in Georgia, USA • Price: $950\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/b\u003e Wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid soaking. Rewax occasionally with food safe Carnauba wax such as Wood Wax from The Live Edge to maintain luster. With simple care, this bowl will last for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/b\u003e This is a one‑of‑a‑kind Black Walnut bowl. The quiet horizon grain pattern is unique to this piece and cannot be replicated. Once sold, it becomes part of a private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Talking Wood Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48243478298822,"sku":"11480","price":950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/0741\/0630\/files\/11480C.jpg?v=1791083416","url":"https:\/\/talkingwoodstudio.com\/products\/11480-black-walnut","provider":"Talking Wood Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}