Melted Glass On Wood - Large Open Bowl

Few decorative pieces have such a specific history behind them. This blown glass bowl on wood is made in Bali using traditional techniques: the glass is hand-blown, and while still hot, it is placed on a Gamal wood root to take its exact shape as it cools. The result is a perfect fit between the two materials, without mechanical intervention.

• Hand-blown glass in traditional Balinese style: each piece is unique because the artisanal process does not allow for the uniformity of mass production.
• Natural Gamal wood root base: the wood acts as both a mold and a permanent support, with the grain and shape unique to each trunk, meaning no two are alike.
• Very versatile large open bowl format: designed for air plants, cut flowers, decorative stones, crystals, or as a small fishbowl; it adapts to different uses without losing its presence.
• Collectible piece with traceable origin: crafted with hand tools by Balinese artisans, using local natural materials.
• Weight and solidity of a durable object: at 3.4 kg, it has the physical presence of a piece that stays, not a temporary decorative accessory.

On a coffee table with air plants inside, on a shelf as a sculptural piece on its own, or in the dining room with seasonal cut flowers: this handcrafted glass bowl works in spaces that value objects with a real process and origin.

A piece that cannot be found in just any store because it cannot be manufactured any other way.

Frequently asked questions

Q: Are the glass and wood fixed or can they be separated?
A: The glass hardens directly onto the Gamal wood, adapting to its shape as it cools. They are not glued with adhesive: it is the cooling process itself that creates the fit. Under normal decorative use conditions, the bond is stable and durable.

Q: Can it be used with water for cut flowers or as a fishbowl?
A: Yes, blown glass is suitable for holding water. It can be used with cut flowers or as a small fishbowl. It is recommended not to immerse the wooden base in water for prolonged periods to preserve the material.

Q: Is each piece exactly the same as in the photos?
A: Being hand-blown glass on natural wood, each bowl has its own variations in shape, glass tone, and wood grain. The photos are illustrative; the piece you receive will be similar but not identical, which is part of its artisanal value.