This piece is from my Bamboo series which refers to the color of the bands.  Some thoughts on the piece:

I think sometimes there is something appealing about a successful piece that is small enough to fit in one's hands.

 

Added life from natural edge rim.  Asymmetric design choice adds character, and gives the pieces a "front" as opposed to typical bird's mouth natural edge bowls.

Overall darkness of the piece creates a contemplative mood. Harmonious energies created by the bamboo bands that flow in horizontal layers from the top down. 

The closer you look the more detail.  Sandblasted ribs and texture between the ribs -pigmented to add contrast to the textures - inside and out. 

 

 Sandblasted pieces have a wonderful feel and in comparison make a polished piece feel a bit like plastic.  Blasted pieces also create a marvelous sound of the hands on the surface, making it hard to put them down once picked up.

This piece will be in the upcoming show and catalog for Small Treasures 2010 exhibit at the del Mano Gallery.  Inquiries as to availability can be made directly to that gallery.

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