Molten Glass Bowl on Parasite Wood Stand

Molten glass, shaped while still glowing, settles into the curves of a Gamal root stand, and then cools, holding that moment permanently. The result is a bowl that fits its base the way water fills a hollow: completely, and only in that one way. No two are the same, because no two pieces of wood are.

The look and feel

• The glass carries the organic irregularities of something genuinely hand-blown: slight variations in wall thickness, the occasional small bubble caught mid-form, a surface that catches light differently depending on the angle.
• Where the glass meets the wood, the join is seamless, the bowl was shaped to this specific stand, not placed on a generic base.
• Gamal root has a wild, knotted grain: the wood twists and voids in ways that cut timber never does, giving the stand its own sculptural presence beneath the glass.
• The recycled glass has the slight warmth in tone that comes from reclaimed material, not perfectly clear, but richer for it.
• At 400 g, it has real weight in the hand: substantial without being heavy, the kind of object that feels considered rather than disposable.

Craftsmanship and materials

The glass is blown by hand and, while still molten, relaxed directly over the Gamal root so it conforms to the wood's exact contours as it hardens. This is not a glass bowl placed on a wooden stand, the two are shaped together, which is why the fit is so precise. The glass itself is recycled, and the Gamal wood is a sustainable hardwood from Indonesia, worked with hand tools in the traditional Balinese way. Small bubbles and faint surface marks in the glass are part of the process, not flaws.

Parasite wood, sometimes called Gamal root, comes from trees where parasitic plants have grown into the host wood over years, creating the dramatic voids, ridges and grain patterns that make each piece structurally unique. It is harvested sustainably, and the irregular surface is left largely as found rather than smoothed away.

Dimensions and presence

The bowl and stand together weigh 400 g. No specific dimensions are provided, but the proportions visible in the piece suggest something that sits comfortably on a side table or shelf without dominating it, present, but not demanding. Because each stand is a different piece of root, the overall height and footprint vary slightly from piece to piece.

Styling and use

It works as a catch-all on a console table, keys, a ring, a few dried petals. It suits a bathroom shelf holding small stones or a candle. On a dining table it holds fruit; on a desk, it holds whatever needs a place to land. The organic form sits naturally in coastal, Japandi, and slow-living interiors, alongside linen, raw ceramics, and unfinished wood.

Because the wood is natural and unsealed, line the bowl with a small cloth or use it for dry contents only. It is not intended for water or liquids in contact with the wood base.

Care

Wipe the glass with a damp cloth and dry immediately. Keep the wood base away from prolonged moisture and direct heat, which can cause natural wood to crack or warp over time. The glass may be cleaned gently; avoid abrasive cloths, which can mark the surface.

Size and what's included

One glass bowl on Gamal root stand, weighing 400 g. Made in Indonesia. Each piece differs in shape, grain pattern, and glass profile, the one you receive will be its own thing.

A considered gift

It suits someone who values objects with a story behind them, a housewarming, a milestone, or simply a gift for a person who already has everything ordinary. The variation means it arrives as something genuinely singular.

Common questions

Is the glass food-safe?
The bowl is best used for dry contents, fruit, stones, keys, small objects. The wood base is natural and unsealed, so prolonged contact with water or food moisture is not recommended. Line it with a cloth or leaf if you'd like to use it for fresh produce.

Will mine look exactly like the photo?
No, and that is the point. Each bowl is shaped over a different piece of Gamal root, so the glass profile, the wood grain, and the overall silhouette will differ. The character of the piece you receive is its own.

Is the stand stable?
Gamal root bases are irregular by nature, so the stability varies slightly with each piece. If yours rocks on a flat surface, a small felt pad under the lowest point will settle it.