{"product_id":"f18186-flame-maple-hf","title":"Flame Maple Bowl — 11″ Highly Figured Ocean Wave Edition","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eItem 18186 — 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 defined by its dramatic “ocean wave” interior — a shimmering, undulating pattern that moves like water across the surface. Paired with the diagonal sweeping grain on the exterior wall, the bowl commands attention from every angle. Deep, sculptural, and richly figured, this piece showcases the full expressive range of Flame Maple at its highest grade.\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: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHighly Figured Flame Maple\u003c\/b\u003e — intense, shimmering movement throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOcean‑wave interior\u003c\/b\u003e — fluid, undulating grain that shifts with the light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDiagonal exterior sweep\u003c\/b\u003e — bold grain lines that wrap the form dynamically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDeep sculptural proportions\u003c\/b\u003e — dramatic height and depth for visual impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWarm natural palette\u003c\/b\u003e — glowing tones enhanced by chatoyance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOne‑of‑a‑kind\u003c\/b\u003e — no other bowl will share this exact wave and sweep pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFunctional heirloom\u003c\/b\u003e — sculpted to be enjoyed 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; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.4″ (29.0 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 4.7″ (12.0 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 3.4″ (8.7 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.4 lbs (1514 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 18186\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 2020\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$379.00\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 talkingwoodstudio.comtalkingwoodstudio.com. Flame Maple (HF) 11\" - Talking Wood Studio\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 ocean‑wave interior and diagonal exterior sweep 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: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eentry table display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003ecurated shelving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003ewarm‑toned interior accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003ecenterpiece presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eheirloom gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003eIts shimmering figure is especially striking when placed where light can travel across the surface.\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":38010566049990,"sku":"18186","price":379.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0525\/0741\/0630\/products\/18186TSnewestlive.jpg?v=1650466428","url":"https:\/\/talkingwoodstudio.com\/products\/f18186-flame-maple-hf","provider":"Talking Wood Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}