{"title":"Wooden Bowls","description":"\u003cp\u003eThey weren't always Wooden Bowls! The first bowl was probably a pair of cupped hands for drinking water from a stream and then perhaps a piece of curved wood further hollowed out with a stone hand axe, so bowls it seems, have been with us from our earliest prehistory days, the original vessel, which has evolved with us and taken on many forms and been expressed in many different materials. From wood, pottery, glass, horn, bronze, iron, to plastic and now a multitude of man-made materials, the history of bowls mirrors the history of human civilisation. \u003cstrong\u003eThe bowl is an elemental artifact that is still as useful today as it was to our ancestors and a good bowl is instantly recognisable.\u003c\/strong\u003e When a bowl is 'good' its proportions 'sing' - the rim is right for the thickness of the timber, the diameter is right for the bowl's height and the amount of belly is right for the overall size - it sits on a table and looks 'right'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThere are of course many types of wooden bowls apart from the classic, bellied, salad or fruit bowl.\u003c\/strong\u003e Our range of turned Redgum Burl bowls includes the flattened cone with flat rim shape which is sharp, linear and contemporary and also the various deep bowls where the burl dictated the shape by being too beautiful to waste, resulting in a variety of shapes that the craftsman has come up with to best utilise the markings of the burl whilst still following the golden rules of proportion and overall aesthetics. Our selection of carved Burl bowls is one step further in this 'let the wood dictate the shaping process' where the carver slowly and gently follows the contours and patterns of the Burl to best bring out its particular character. Our elegant, finely turned Rosewood rice bowls are a beautiful interpretation in wood of the classic ceramic rice bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA simple wooden bowl makes a gift that will always be well received, used and loved. \u003cstrong\u003eOur bowls also have excellent green credentials being crafted from sustainably sourced timber and storing an impressive 3kg of carbon each.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fine-turned-silky-oak-rice-bowls","title":"Fine Turned Silky Oak Rice Bowls","description":"\u003cp\u003eFinely turned from Silky Oak, a native Australian timber that is actually a Grevillea, the largest of its species and found widely on the coast and ranges of NSW and Queensland. The timber has a decorative, lace like grain which reflects light in a shimmering pattern. These rice bowls are beautiful to look at and also 100% usable. The warm tones and shape of the  bowls contrasted with the Teak chopsticks make a statement of elegance and quality. They come beautifully boxed with accompanying care instructions making them a gift to be used and treasured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eDimensions*:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eHeight 14cm x Width 14cm x Length 14cm\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eWeight*:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e0.65kg\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e*Note\u003c\/b\u003e: These wooden rice bowls are handcrafted, and as every piece of wood is unique no two bowls are exactly the same; the above dimensions and weight are approximate measurements only. For more information please see our \u003ca title=\"Australian handmade quality Guarantee\" href=\"https:\/\/www.australianwoodwork.com.au\/pages\/guarantee\"\u003eAustralian handmade quality guarantee\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Australian Woodwork","offers":[{"title":"Silky Oak","offer_id":133021502,"sku":"","price":295.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/2962\/products\/fine-turned-silky-oak-rice-bowls-1.jpg?v=1653272137"},{"product_id":"camphor-laurel-30cm-salad-bowl","title":"Camphor Laurel 30cm Salad Bowl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australianwoodwork.com.au\/pages\/camphor-laurel-handcrafted-beauty\" title=\"Camphor Laurel: From Environmental Problem to Handcrafted Beauty\"\u003eCamphor Laurel's\u003c\/a\u003e inherent qualities make it a perfect timber for a salad bowl - fine-grained, water-resistant, naturally anti-bacterial and with attractive colour and figure in the timber, it is widely used as timber for anything kitchen and food-related. The oils in the timber that give Camphor Laurel its characteristic smell quickly dissipate once it has been cut, kiln-dried and worked and will leave no residual taint on your chopping board or salad bowl. This particular design is a classic salad bowl shape with its wide rather than deep proportions and rolled rim, the sort of shape you might draw if asked to do a salad bowl! The 30cm size is very versatile, catering for up to 6 people and doubling happily as a fruit bowl if preferred. With its perfectly proportioned elegance, beautiful colour and classic simplicity it would accommodate all types of salad and suit any table setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eDimensions*:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHeight 9cm x Width 30cm x Length 30cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eWeight*:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1.0kg\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Note\u003c\/strong\u003e: This Camphor Laurel Salad Bowl is handcrafted, and as every piece of wood is unique no two wooden salad bowls are exactly the same; the above dimensions and weight are approximate measurements only. For more information please see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australianwoodwork.com.au\/pages\/guarantee\" title=\"Australian handmade quality Guarantee\"\u003eAustralian handmade quality guarantee\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Australian Woodwork","offers":[{"title":"Camphor Laurel","offer_id":31550927339607,"sku":"","price":279.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/2962\/products\/camphor-laurel-30cm-salad-bowl-2.jpg?v=1582673130"},{"product_id":"australian-mango-wood-30cm-salad-bowl","title":"Australian Mango Wood 30cm Salad Bowl","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australianwoodwork.com.au\/pages\/mango-wood\" title=\"Mango Wood: A Sustainable and Stylish Choice for Furniture and Décor\"\u003eMango tree\u003c\/a\u003e was brought to Australia more than 200 years ago and is now considered domesticated here. We think of the Mango tree mostly as a supplier of delicious fruit but Mango wood is a particularly good woodworking timber with fine grain, colour and beautiful figuring. This particular design is a classic salad bowl shape with its wide rather than deep proportions and rolled rim, the sort of shape you might draw if asked to do a salad bowl! The 30cm size is very versatile, catering for up to 6 people and doubling happily as a fruit bowl if preferred. With its perfectly proportioned elegance, beautiful colour and classic simplicity it would accommodate all types of salad and suit any table setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eDimensions*:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHeight 9cm x Width 30cm x Length 30cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eWeight*:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1.0kg\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Note\u003c\/strong\u003e: This Mango wood Salad Bowl is handcrafted, and as every piece of wood is unique no two wooden salad bowls are exactly the same; the above dimensions and weight are approximate measurements only. For more information please see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australianwoodwork.com.au\/pages\/guarantee\" title=\"Australian handmade quality Guarantee\"\u003eAustralian handmade quality guarantee\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Australian Woodwork","offers":[{"title":"Mango Wood","offer_id":31782849773655,"sku":"","price":279.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/2962\/products\/mango-wood-30cm-salad-bowl-7.jpg?v=1587357833"},{"product_id":"red-mallee-burl-carved-bowl","title":"Red Mallee Burl Carved Bowl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australianwoodwork.com.au\/blogs\/news\/australian-eucalyptus-burls-what-exactly-is-a-burl\" title=\"What is a burl?\"\u003eBurls\u003c\/a\u003e (those round lumps on the sides of trees) of this size are increasingly rare, coming as they do from very big old trees. The unique and massive burl from which this bowl was carved came from an old Red Mallee tree. After it is removed from the tree, which done right is a harmless process, the burl goes through a long, 18-month process of drying, carving, resting and carving again to achieve its final shape which follows the natural contours of the original burl. Working with burls, inherently idiosyncratic and freeform in structure, means going with them not against them, to achieve a flowing organic form whose natural shape still echoes the original burl. The wonderfully textured outer shell of the burl is left intact as much as possible to contrast with the smooth polished interior of the bowl where the swirls and rich patterns of the burl are revealed in their intricate, fascinating complexity. This bowl is unique and would make a visual statement wherever it finds a home - in a boardroom, reception area, dining table or sideboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarved by master woodworker Bob Norris, this is a major exhibition piece that states its presence in any room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eDimensions*:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eHeight 8.5cm x Length 84cm x Depth 31cm\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eWeight*:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e8kg\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Note\u003c\/strong\u003e: This is a one-off piece and is the actual bowl that you will receive. For more information please see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australianwoodwork.com.au\/pages\/guarantee\" title=\"Australian handmade quality Guarantee\"\u003eAustralian handmade quality guarantee\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Australian Woodwork","offers":[{"title":"Red Mallee Burl","offer_id":41043986284631,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/2962\/files\/red-mallee-burl-bowl-1.jpg?v=1718326218"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.australianwoodwork.com.au\/collections\/wooden-bowls\/all.oembed","provider":"Australian Woodwork","version":"1.0","type":"link"}