Molten Glass Artfully Misshapen Bowl on Wood

This bowl takes its character from an intentionally irregular, hand-shaped rim, formed while the molten glass was still workable. Rather than a symmetrical curve, the glass follows its own uneven line before settling onto a Gamal wood base chosen to suit its shape. The result is a piece that reads as sculptural first and functional second.

Symbolism

In Balinese glass-and-wood craft, an irregular form like this is often valued precisely because it cannot be repeated: no template guided the shape, only the glass cooling in the moment. Many people see this kind of asymmetry as a reminder that natural materials rarely arrive in perfect, uniform shapes. Paired with its own hand-chosen wood base, this bowl is presented as a one-off centrepiece rather than one of a matching set.

How to use

• Display as a stand-alone centrepiece on a shelf, table or windowsill.
• Use for stones, dried botanicals or as an empty sculptural object.
• Wipe the glass gently with a soft, damp cloth; keep the wood away from prolonged direct heat or damp.

Details

• Materials: Gamal wood (Gliricidia sepium) and recycled glass
• Made in Indonesia
• Pack: 1 piece