Black Walnut Bowl — 13″

$749.00

Item 11481 — Artist: Ben Balzer

Overview

This Black Walnut bowl is a dark, dramatic expression of one of North America's most revered hardwoods — deeply toned, commanding in presence, and crafted to anchor any curated interior. A layered grain explodes from the center and walks up the sidewall on both the inside and outside of the bowl, creating a sculptural energy that shifts as the light moves across its surface. The dense, smooth finish amplifies the wood's natural depth, making this piece as visually striking from across the room as it is up close.

Why This Piece Is Exceptional

Explosive layered grain — a radial figure that bursts from the center and climbs the full sidewall inside and out
Rich heartwood color — deep chocolate tones with subtle purple-brown undertones unique to mature black walnut
Commanding scale and depth — a natural focal point for dining tables, entry halls, or curated shelving
Dark, sophisticated palette — complements both contemporary and traditional interiors
One-of-a-kind — no other black walnut bowl will share this exact grain and form
Sculptural heirloom — crafted to be admired for generations

Dimensions & Details

Diameter: 13.3″ (33.7 cm)
Height: 3.7″ (9.3 cm)
Depth: 2.6″ (6.7 cm)
Weight: 1.7 lbs (786 g)
Item: 11481
Artist: Ben Balzer
Completion Date: 2026
Price: $749.00
Availability: Only 1 available

Collector Notes

This bowl's dramatic grain and commanding form make it ideal for:

dining table centerpieces
entry table focal points
gallery or showroom display
dark-toned or moody interior accents
heirloom gifting

Its deeply figured surface is especially striking under warm ambient or directional lighting.

Customer Impressions

Collectors consistently admire Talking Wood Studio bowls for their craftsmanship, grain beauty, and versatility — from decorative display to treasured sculptural pieces.

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.

Black Walnut Bowl — 13″

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