This one-of-a-kind bowl was turned by hand on a wood lathe by wood artist Roy Tedesco from Wild Black Cherry (Prunus serotina) from a 120' tall tree that fell in a storm. It was rough-turned green, air dried for 1 year, then turned to its final shape. The dramatic, feathery figure was formed in the crotch area between the main trunk and a large branch where two piths joined.

It has a food-safe finish that was buffed with carnauba wax and may be used for serving, but will lose the waxed luster. It should not be used for liquids or hot food. This bowl is easily cleaned with a damp cloth, and should never be placed in the dishwasher. The finish can be periodically revitalized with mineral oil. Properly cared-for wooden bowls have lasted hundreds of years.

Roy Tedesco is a wood artist who lives and creates beautiful turned items, furniture, and other wood art in Kennett Square, PA. He has been turning for over 29 years and creating art with wood since he was 2 years old, when he decided his parents' coffee table wasn't quite right and needed to be 'fixed'. A piece of wood speaks to him, and he can see what the wood wants to be in its most perfect form.

Bowl measures 17 1/4" x 4 1/8"

Available for pick up at ICONA, The Wetlands Institute or local delivery within 10 miles. Shipping available; shipping fees may apply.