{"product_id":"17631-flame-maple-hf","title":"Flame Maple Bowl — 15″ Highly Figured Sand Storm Flow Edition","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eItem 17631 — 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 Highly Figured Flame Maple bowl is a dramatic showcase of movement, contrast, and natural artistry. The grain sweeps across the two‑tone surface like a sandstorm in motion, creating a sense of flow that pulls the eye from edge to edge. Its shallow, elegant profile highlights the figure beautifully, revealing the hidden brilliance found only in select Big Leaf Maple trees. Sculptural, luminous, and unmistakably expressive, this is a refined heirloom piece crafted to elevate any interior.\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; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHighly Figured Flame Maple\u003c\/b\u003e — bold, sweeping grain with sand‑storm movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTwo‑tone Maple palette\u003c\/b\u003e — natural contrast that enhances the figure’s drama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eElegant shallow form\u003c\/b\u003e — refined proportions that emphasize grain flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCollector‑grade visual impact\u003c\/b\u003e — a standout example of Maple’s hidden beauty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOne‑of‑a‑kind\u003c\/b\u003e — no other bowl will share this exact figure and movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFunctional heirloom\u003c\/b\u003e — display, serve, or gift with confidence\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; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 14.8″ (37.7 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.3″ (5.9 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDepth:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.1″ (2.8 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.8 lbs (1276 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eItem:\u003c\/b\u003e 17631\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Ben Balzer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompletion Date:\u003c\/b\u003e 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrice:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e$449.00\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\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 sweeping grain and two‑tone contrast make it ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eentry table display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003edining table centerpieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003ecurated shelving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003emodern interior accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eheirloom gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003eIts sand‑storm grain movement is especially striking under directional or natural light.\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 praise Talking Wood Studio bowls for their craftsmanship, grain beauty, and versatility. Reviews highlight their use as centerpieces, serving bowls, decorative accents, and heirloom gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Talking Wood Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44190270881990,"sku":"17631","price":449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/0741\/0630\/files\/17631C.jpg?v=1729472275","url":"https:\/\/talkingwoodstudio.com\/products\/17631-flame-maple-hf","provider":"Talking Wood Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}