Red Mallee Burl Bowl

This Red Mallee Burl Bowl is exquisitely turned by artist Jerry Walters (2017). Red Mallee originates in Australia. Although not visible in the photos, the slight cracks in the wood are filled with copper. 

The term mallee refers to a species’ general growth form (known as a “habit” in biology). Usually smaller and shorter than trees, mallees grow multiple smaller-diameter stems from a common root system. Because of this, most mallee species are ill suited for lumber, though they do have a propensity for burl growths that can be harvested and used for turning and other small specialty projects.

• Name : Jerry Walters