Let this hand forged bowl speak for itself as a sculptural piece on its own or let it shine as a candle bowl. Interesting shadows are cast onto surrounding surfaces - candlelight dances through the irregular holes in the steel. Each bowl is slightly different, embracing wabi-sabi, the Japanese aesthetic that celebrates imperfection.
Makes a unique 6th anniversary gift (iron anniversary), 11th anniversary gift (steel anniversary), wedding gift or housewarming gift. Or treat yourself to a a special heirloom piece for your home!
These bowls are heated in the forge and hammered into shape on the anvil by Ruben Irons, Artist Blacksmith. Unique marks of character speak to the ancient craft of blacksmithing and the subtleties of the particular piece of mild steel. The bowl has a raw beeswax finish to preserve the industrial steel grey color.
If you would like your bowl PERSONALIZED on the underside (as seen in one of the listing photos), please select the appropriate "Number of Characters" option and send us a note with your personalization.. We stamp using 3/16" tall capital letters and number and other character options include "+", "•", "&", "/" and heart shape.
Each is one-of-a-kind with overall measurements remaining similar:
7.5" diameter bowl - 3" tall on the tall side, 1" tall on the low side, 3.5" diameter flattened bottom
9.5" diameter bowl - 4.5" tall on the high side, 1.5" tall on the low side, 4.5" diameter flattened bottom
Not food safe and, to avoid rust, bowl should be kept away from moisture.
Candle and other objects in photos not included.
"Quality material. The bowl is heavy and "real." You can tell this is forged by hand - every hammer stroke adds it's unique mark. It made a great iron anniversary gift to my wife."
"Beautiful piece and very high quality. Amazing unique gift!"
"We love the shadow bowl. The seller ships fast and is very responsive with communication. Customer service is top notch. Thank you for a pleasant experience."
"This piece is very beautiful and shows a high level of craftsmanship. It has a presence that pulls the eye in. I’m very happy with my purchase and excited to give it to my wife."
"The shadow bowl is absolutely stunning! We loved the cool pattern it makes on the wall when you light candles in it. Engraving on bottom was exactly as ordered. I bought this for my husband for our 6th wedding anniversary and he loves it!"
"Beautifully made! Absolutely love this piece of art, and seller provided excellent communication."