This bowl was turned from a branch of the historic Painter Ginkgo at Tyler Arboretum. The ginkgo tree is often referred to as a living fossil. A couple hundred million years ago, during the Middle to Late Triassic Period, ginkgo trees and dinosaurs both emerged.  The ginkgo is the only living tree species that has survived from that era. The Painter Ginkgo is nearly 200 years old and was planted by the Painter brothers somewhere between 1840-1860. This tree, which grows behind Lachford, is also a former state champion.

Approximately 11.25” in diameter x 5.5” deep with all its original cracks and knots. All our bowls are carefully sanded and finished with Betty’s Board Butter (beeswax & food safe mineral oil). Movement in the wood is considered normal. Clean with a damp cloth. Dry immediately. Re-oil occasionally.

If you haven’t been to Tyler Arboretum yet, you should. It’s absolutely magical. One of the oldest arboreta in the northeastern U.S., Tyler Arboretum encompasses 650 acres of renowned plant collections, heritage and champion trees, historic buildings and 17 miles of hiking trails through woodlands, wetlands and meadows. Open to the public 362 days a year.