Ancient Oak Bowl

2020

Dimensions 6.5 H x 23cm Ø

Signed and dated

This large bowl is made from a magnificent ancient oak that stood for over 650 years. At this age oaks are truly ancient, they have done all of their growing and are now receding and becoming points of history in the British landscape. The bowl features an array of character as a result of its age and a mellow honey colour. Natural cracks, old knots and holes speak of the age of the tree, and deep ripples within the grain patterns show points of compression, most likely due to the sheer physical size of the tree in its prime years. The bowl has a flowing rim and sits on a foot to elevate the bowl.