This unique hand turned wood bowl is made from a Utah Russian Olive tree. The tree grew in the wrong place for my friend to be able to access his backyard. I helped him cut down the tree and saved some pieces to make bowls.
This bowl has tons of character with the different colors. It makes a great decorative piece or a fruit/nut bowl. This small sized bowl easily fits in many spaces. The grain in this softer Russian Olive wood is fascinating to me and the contrast of the sap wood is WOW! The contrasting colors really stand out.
The Russian Olive is often considered a ‘trash tree’ and is also considered an invasive species in several states. Russian Olive trees were introduced in Utah in the 1900’s for erosion control, wind breaks and ornamental landscaping. The Russian Olive thrived in harsh and dry climate of Utah. It pushed out native vegetation making it an invasive species. However, despite being problematic, they do make really pretty bowls.
Measurement – 7.75in diameter x 3.75 deep
Weight – 9oz
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