Zelkova Turned Wooden Bowl no. 7743
Bowl number 7743 is a hand turned bowl made from Exotic Zelkova. Each of my bowls are signed, numbered and dated (year). They are finished with a friction polish that's applied while still on the lathe.
This bowl measures 4 7/8" across and is 2 3/8" high.
ZELKOVA - (Zelkova serrata) also known as Japanese Zelkova, Japanese Elm, Keyaki and Keaki.
Zelkova comes from Japan, Korea, and eastern China and grows to a height of 60-100 feet with a diameter of 2-3 feet.
It's Heartwood is light to medium golden brown, with sap wood being a lighter yellowish brown. Quartersawn sections can display minute ray fleck patterns due to the wide rays. Zelkova is very similar elm in appearance.
Used domestically within its natural range, usually for decorative purposes such as furniture, carvings, and lacquer works. Currently, the wood is reserved for historically-accurate restoration of ancient temples and shrines within its natural range.
Bowls pictured is the bowl you will receive.