Pomelle Sapele Bowl — 11″ Master Grade Quilted Edition

Pomelle Sapele Bowl — 11″ Master Grade Quilted Edition

$899.00

Item 11470 — Artist: Ben Balzer

Overview

This Master Grade Pomelle Sapele bowl is a commanding, full-figured statement piece — defined by its all-over quilted figure and the luminous chatoyance that animates every surface. The pomelle pattern blankets the interior, rim, and base in a continuous rippling glow, while the sidewalls reveal a warm, colorful shimmer that shifts with the light. At this scale, the figure doesn't whisper — it resonates. It's bold, sculptural, and crafted to anchor a room for generations.

*This bowl is extremely rare*

Why This Piece Is Exceptional

Full-coverage quilted pomelle — continuous three-dimensional movement across the interior, rim, and base
Chatoyant sidewalls — a colorful, shifting glow that adds depth and contrast at grand scale
Warm reddish-brown palette — classic Sapele richness with exceptional figure density
Centerpiece-scale form — proportioned to command a dining table, console, or gallery surface
One-of-a-kind — no other bowl will share this exact quilted pattern or chatoyant character
Functional heirloom — crafted to be used, admired, and passed down for generations

Dimensions & Details

Diameter: 10.6″ (27.0 cm)
Height: 3.7″ (9.3 cm)
Depth: 2.8″ (7.2 cm)
Weight: 2.5 lbs (1140 g)
Item: 11470
Artist: Ben Balzer
Completion Date: 2026
Price: $899.00
Availability: Only 1 available

Collector Notes

This bowl's all-over quilted figure and luminous chatoyance make it ideal for:

large-scale centerpiece display
dining tables, consoles, and entry halls
gallery and design studio settings
heirloom gifting at a significant occasion
spaces where presence and figure command attention

Its chatoyant shimmer is especially striking under soft, directional lighting.

Customer Impressions

Collectors consistently praise Talking Wood Studio bowls for their craftsmanship, grain beauty, and versatility — from decorative display to everyday functional use.

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.

Pomelle Sapele Bowl — 11″ Master Grade Quilted Edition

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