Description

If you want a bowl that represents the spirit of the Iowa timber, this is it. Hand-turned in Corydon, this segmented vessel brings together the two titans of the American forest: the Red Oak and the Burr Oak.

The Wood: While they are both “oaks,” they bring different distinct personalities to the piece:

Red Oak: Famous for its strength and open grain, it brings warm, pinkish-red undertones to the pattern.

Burr Oak: A member of the White Oak family (and often considered the king of the prairie), it provides a cooler, tan/olive contrast and a denser, smoother finish.

The Design: The geometric segmentation turns these rugged, common woods into something refined. The natural grain patterns run in different directions, catching the light and showing off the “flecks” and “rays” that make oak so prized in traditional furniture making. At approximately 8 inches wide, this is a heavy, solid bowl built to last generations.