Pomelle Sapele Bowl — 11″ Master Grade Quilted Edition

Pomelle Sapele Bowl — 11″ Master Grade Quilted Edition

$899.00

Item 11471 — Artist: Ben Balzer

Overview

Turned from an exceptional log, this Master Grade Pomelle Sapele bowl carries a rare provenance that is felt the moment you see it. The quilted figure wraps the interior and base in dense, undulating movement, while the sidewalls burn with a deep chatoyant warmth that seems to come from within the wood itself. It has the quiet authority of a piece that has waited a long time to be found.

Why This Piece Is Exceptional

Rare single-log provenance — sourced from an extraordinary tree that yielded exceptional figure throughout
Dense quilted interior — deep, rolling three-dimensional figure that draws the eye inward
Smoldering chatoyant sidewalls — a rich, amber-toned shimmer with exceptional depth and warmth
Substantial centerpiece form — grounded and commanding at any scale
One-of-a-kind — no other bowl will share this exact figure, weight, or character
Functional heirloom — built to be admired, used, and passed down across generations

Dimensions & Details

Diameter: 10.6″ (27.0 cm)
Height: 3.6″ (9.2 cm)
Depth: 2.7″ (6.8 cm)
Weight: 2.7 lbs (1174 g)
Item: 11471
Artist: Ben Balzer
Completion Date: 2026
Price: $899.00
Availability: Only 1 available

Collector Notes

This bowl’s rare provenance and smoldering quilted figure make it ideal for:

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

Its depth of figure and warm chatoyance reward slow looking — especially under soft, directional light.

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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