Bàla no.23

Turned from cherry wood, with warm coppery tones and a fine, flowing grain that shifts between golden amber and deep reddish-brown. Delicate growth rings are particularly visible on one side, where a pronounced natural split runs through the centre. A small knot and finer fissures further reveal the character and history of the wood.

These sculptural wooden spheres are sourced in Friuli Venezia Giulia, in the far north-east of Italy, close to the Slovenian border. Each one is hand-turned from storm-fallen wood, gathered from the surrounding forests. The maker, who prefers to remain anonymous, works slowly and intuitively, allowing the natural character of each piece of salvaged wood to guide the final form.

Each Bàle comes with an Anèi ring in solid, unlacquered brass, which serves as its base.

*Foliage shown for styling purposes only and not included with the piece.*