Overview This Spalted Flame Maple bowl is a vivid celebration of autumn color and movement. Its deep, saturated hues and dramatic spalting lines evoke the feeling of walking through a forest at peak fall brilliance. The thicker rim was intentionally sculpted to emphasize the shifting waves of flame figure and the natural transitions in the grain. This is a bowl made to be lived with, admired, and passed down. Why This Piece Is Exceptional Rare Spalted Flame Maple — intense color transitions and dramatic spalting Autumn‑inspired palette — deep golds, reds, and ambers reminiscent of peak fall Sculptural rim profile — thicker rim highlights grain movement and color shifts Functional heirloom — equally suited for display, serving, or gifting One‑of‑a‑kind — no other bowl will ever share this exact pattern Dimensions & Details Diameter: 10.4″ (26.5 cm) Height: 3.1″ (8.0 cm) Depth: 2.0″ (5.2 cm) Weight: 2.8 lbs (1260 g) Item: 16247 Artist: Ben Balzer Completion Date: 2024 Price: $349.00 Availability: Only 1 available Collector Notes This bowl’s color palette and grain movement make it ideal for: entry table display seasonal centerpieces curated shelving luxury interior accents heirloom gifting Its warm autumn tones make it especially striking in natural light, where the flame figure reveals subtle shifts and depth. Customer Impressions Collectors 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.