{"product_id":"11481-black-walnut","title":"Black Walnut Bowl — 13″","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eItem 11481 — 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 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.\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\u003eExplosive layered grain\u003c\/b\u003e — a radial figure that bursts from the center and climbs the full sidewall inside and out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRich heartwood color\u003c\/b\u003e — deep chocolate tones with subtle purple-brown undertones unique to mature black walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCommanding scale and depth\u003c\/b\u003e — a natural focal point for dining tables, entry halls, or curated shelving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDark, sophisticated palette\u003c\/b\u003e — complements both contemporary and traditional interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOne-of-a-kind\u003c\/b\u003e — no other black walnut bowl will share this exact grain and form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSculptural heirloom\u003c\/b\u003e — crafted to be admired 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 13.3″ (33.7 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.7″ (9.3 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDepth:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.6″ (6.7 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.7 lbs (786 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eItem:\u003c\/b\u003e 11481\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$749.00\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;\"\u003eThis bowl's dramatic grain and commanding form 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 centerpieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003eentry table focal points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003egallery or showroom display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003edark-toned or moody interior accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003eheirloom gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003eIts deeply figured surface is especially striking under warm ambient or directional lighting.\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 admire Talking Wood Studio bowls for their craftsmanship, grain beauty, and versatility — from decorative display to treasured sculptural pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Talking Wood Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47193724158150,"sku":null,"price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/0741\/0630\/files\/11481C_0bc44a00-1b8a-4b8f-ae95-7db356001fc6.jpg?v=1789322556","url":"https:\/\/talkingwoodstudio.com\/products\/11481-black-walnut","provider":"Talking Wood Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}