rustic catchall branching twisted wood root bowl sculpture, brown gold maroon, Wabi Sabi Ponderosa pine, unique imaginative 11.2 inch, 489-A

Natural, one-of-a-kind rustic, elaborate branching bowl sculpture with rich wood grain accents. Brown gold maroon red colors, unique. 11.25 inches x 11.25 x 8" tall, 2 lbs. A special Certificate of Ownership will be included with this item.
… NOTE the SPECIAL pricing and SHIPPING INFORMATION below! And, if you contact me PRIOR to PURCHASE, with the Local pickup OPTION you can save money.
The sculpted bowl is made from an old growth Ponderosa pine tree – at least 150 years old – that fell many years before I found it, then cured nicely on the steep, rocky, and sunny dry hillside in Central Oregon. Years of weathering in the wind, rain, snow, and sun gave the wood a rough gray black exterior. The bark fell off years ago. Some of that rustic exterior has been preserved to add character to the art.
… A smooth satin oil-based varnish protects the outside of the bowl and a food-safe light wax finish protects the inside. Consequently, the bowl can hold and display anything but liquids or moist items.
Care of your Valuable Art piece:
1. The beauty of your art piece will best be maintained by periodically gently removing dust with a very soft brush on a vacuum cleaner, and perhaps occasionally rejuvenating the finish with a very light coat of Howard Butcher Block (a tasteless and odorless mix of food grade mineral oil & natural waxes) or, if it won't be holding food, use Howard’s Feed-N-Wax (a blend of beeswax, Brazilian carnauba wax, mineral oil, and orange oil).
2. The wood for this sculpture was cured until it reached a moisture content similar to that in most homes. In some pieces, natural cracks have been filled and others have been retained to enhance the sculpture's design. Occasionally, over time, cracks may change because additional drying can occur since indoor humidity levels vary considerably (e.g., residence or office).
3. Your art piece should NOT be displayed in direct sunlight (no wood likes direct sun) because strong light will fade its rich colors.
4. Display this treasure where it will be protected from chemicals and moisture.
5. If you have specific questions, feel free to call or email me: rcpaulson@msn.com
… Shipping: This item will be shipped in a box/crate. This item is boxed/crated in a way that protects the lichens. I expect it to take 4-5 days to ship and I will email you when it has been sent.
… Want Local Pickup? PRIOR TO PURCHASE, contact me ASAP if interested in Local Pick Up. Unfortunately, shipping costs have skyrocketed. If you want to pick up this item (Oregon City, Oregon), AND you contact me PRIOR TO PURCHASE, I will gladly reduce the price accordingly. You MUST email me (rcpaulson@msn.com), message me through Etsy, or phone (503-307-8292) PRIOR TO PURCHASE to make the arrangements.
… FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions (about custom orders, shipping, care instructions, videos) and their answers can be seen near the bottom of the right column on this listing.
--- The special SKU ID for this item is: 489-A octopus bowl.