London Plane Bowl — 20″ Grand Horizon Edition — One‑of‑One

$725.00

This monumental London Plane bowl spans nearly 20 inches, creating a dramatic, gallery‑scale presence. Individually shaped by artisan Ben Balzer, this wide, shallow centerpiece blends calm grain movement, warm natural color, and refined sculptural balance in one of the largest London Plane forms ever produced at Talking Wood Studio.

London Plane — Calm, Warm, and Naturally Expansive London Plane is known for its soft tans, warm browns, and gentle sweeping grain. In this Grand Horizon Edition, the grain flows across the surface in broad, serene movement — like a warm landscape captured in wood. The effect is calm, expansive, and quietly elegant.

Figure & Grain Highlights Sweeping horizon grain — broad, flowing movement across the entire surface. Warm natural palette — soft tans and warm browns with subtle depth. Massive 19.6″ diameter — dramatic, gallery‑level scale. Shallow, elegant profile — refined proportions that feel expansive. 3.0 lb weight — visually bold yet surprisingly light. Single‑tree craftsmanship — turned from one solid piece of London Plane. This bowl reads like a warm horizon — expansive, serene, and quietly luxurious.

Artisan Craftsmanship 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 smooth, glowing surface that highlights the natural warmth of London Plane. No mass production. No duplicates. No second editions.

Why This Piece Is Exceptional • Rare 20″ scale — dramatic, gallery‑level presence • Calm, sweeping grain — warm and serene • Elegant shallow form — visually expansive and refined • Warm natural palette — perfect for modern or organic interiors • One‑of‑a‑kind — no other London Plane bowl shares this exact grain • Heirloom craftsmanship — built to last for generations

Dimensions & Details • Diameter: 19.6″ (49.7 cm) • Height: 3.3″ (8.4 cm) • Depth: 2.2″ (5.6 cm) • Weight: 3.0 lbs (1358 g) • Item: 19958 • Artist: Ben Balzer • Completion Date: 2022 • Wood: London Plane (Lacewood) • Figure Type: Horizon Grain • Edition: Grand Horizon Edition (unique) • Finish: Museum‑grade oil + Beall Buffing System • Origin: Handcrafted in Georgia, USA • Price: $725

Care Instructions 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.

Collector Notes This bowl’s scale and sweeping grain make it ideal for: • entry table centerpieces • dining table focal points • gallery or showroom display • warm, natural interior accents • heirloom gifting Its broad surface and horizon‑like grain are especially striking under overhead or directional lighting.

Beautiful craftsmanship

The bowl is beautiful. I ended up purchasing several other unique bowls for work colleagues and they just loved them. The compliments were overwhelming. A true work of art.

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.

London Plane Bowl — 20″ Grand Horizon Edition — One‑of‑One

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