Molten Glass Bowl on Wood Stand, Medium

Molten glass settles into the curves of Gamal wood, making a decorative glass bowl on a wood stand that feels part vessel, part small sculpture. The contrast is the pleasure here: smooth glass shaped while hot, resting against the rougher, organic line of the root beneath it.

It suits a sideboard, coffee table or calm corner where light can move through the glass. Use it as an artful catch-all for dry objects, or leave it empty so the shape can do the talking.

The softened glass and rooted wood

• The glass has a pooled, softened look, as if it has just settled into place.
• The Gamal wood gives each piece its own natural outline, grain and movement.
• Small bubbles or light marks in the glass can appear, part of the handmade character.
• The bowl works best as a decorative centrepiece, especially in organic-modern or coastal interiors.
• Recycled glass and natural wood bring a quieter, more considered feeling than a standard display bowl.

Recycled glass shaped over Balinese Gamal wood

This piece is crafted by hand in Bali from recycled glass and Balinese Gamal wood. The glass is hand-blown, then shaped while still hot over the wood, hardening to follow the natural form beneath it.

Because the wood is a natural material and the glass is formed to suit each individual base, no two pieces are exactly alike. The small irregularities are part of its charm rather than faults.

How to style it at home

Place it where the glass can catch daylight: on a console table, low shelf, mantel or dining table. It is especially beautiful with dry decorative pieces inside, such as shells, seed pods or smooth stones.

Avoid using it for wet planting or standing water unless you add a protective liner. The wood has not been specified as waterproof, so it is best treated as a dry decorative object.

Care for glass and Gamal wood

Dust the wood with a soft, dry cloth. Wipe the glass gently with a clean cloth, avoiding abrasive pads that could mark the surface.

Keep the wood away from prolonged damp and do not soak the piece. Lift it by supporting both the glass and the stand, rather than pulling on one part alone.

Size and details

• Material: Gamal wood and glass.
• Glass: recycled and hand-blown.
• Origin: Indonesia.
• Weight: 1500 g.
• Configuration: one glass bowl on one wood stand.

A sculptural gift for the home

This makes a thoughtful housewarming, wedding or new-home gift for someone who likes natural textures and calm interiors. It feels considered without being formal, and each piece carries the quiet individuality of the wood it was shaped around.

Common questions

Can I use it for food?
Food-safe use has not been specified, so it is best kept for decorative display and dry objects.

Will mine look exactly like the photo?
No. Each bowl is shaped over a natural piece of Gamal wood, so the outline, grain and glass fit will vary from piece to piece.