Vaguely resembling a seat, this bowl was turned from the landmark ancient tulip tree named Slingshot from Tyler Arboretum in Media PA. The tree pre-dated 1850, when Media became the seat of Delco – and in fact may have been older than Delco itself, which was created in 1789. In 2019 the decay and crack in the tree’s base had progressed to the point where it wasn’t safe and Tyler Arboretum had to cut it down. Tyler’s staff graciously saved portions of the tree for people like us to play with. This bowl is the second in a series, coming from the portion of the trunk immediately adjacent to the initial bowl we named Slingshot.

The Seat of Delaware County is approximately 13-13.25” in diameter x 2-8” deep with all its unique crevices, cracks & character. Movement in the wood is considered normal and part of its charm. All our bowls are finished with Betty’s Board Butter (beeswax & food safe mineral oil). Clean with a damp cloth. Dry immediately. Re-oil occasionally.