A gorgeous Myrtle wood bowl! I commissioned a group of Tasmanian wood carvers back in the 1990s to create a series of bowls and containers from both Huon Pine and Myrtle. These bowls are what the carvers are known for . . . stunning pieces of art.
This one is a rainforest reddish wood, Myrtle… a predominant species in Tasmania’s cool temperature rainforests. Its regeneration cycle is from 1 to 500 years. It’s timber is prized for furniture, wood turning, specialty flooring, decorative work, and pieces of art (like this is). It still has a wonderful smell.
The government sanctioned the removal of logs from river and stream beds. Hand signed by its maker, Michael Jones.
Artisan work from the 1990s. 17″ x 12″ at widest points x 2.5″ thick. Would make a phenomenal gift !!