Wil O' the Wisp and Wisp

These bowsl were turned from the historic Painter Gingko at Tyler Arboretum. The ginkgo tree is often referred to as a living fossil. Dating back 200 million years, it is the only living tree species that shared the landscape with dinosaurs. The Painter Ginkgo is nearly 200 years old and was planted by the Painter brothers somewhere between 1840-1860. This particular tree, which grows behind Lachford, is also a former state champion.

Wil O’ the Wisp (photos 1-8) is approximately 8” in diameter x 4.5” deep.

Wisp (photo 9) is approximately 6-6.25” in diameter x 2.75” deep.

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.