Butterfly Ginkgo Small Bowl

Michael's fascination with a particular type of ginkgo tree, the ginkgo Biloba or "Butterfly ginkgo" which grows with a double leaf reminiscent of a butterfly's wings gave rise to a fantasia image of the plant. - Product dimension - 6.5" L x 5.5" W x 3.75" H - Product weight - 1 lbs - A unique and artistic presentation of Flora as Fauna - Nest it under your Butterfly Ginkgo nut bowl with olives or candies - The etched texture stainless steel represents the woven silk of the cocoon but also prevents scratches and signs of wear - Executed at the highest level of handcraftsmanship, each piece is rendered in solid bronze with acid etched cocoon-shaped vessels - The pieces in the collection are a tour de force of Indian craft and capture the poetic spirit that is so deeply indicative of Michael's work - The first time I saw this tree, it literally looked like it had been completely overtaken by butterflies as if they would all take flight the moment I walked too close or made a noise - The idea that the leaves could evoke the beauty of butterflies was magical to me, like trees that can metamorphose from flora to fauna in the blink of an eye - Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel wool or scouring pads that can scratch and dull metal surfaces - Each metal object undergoes a series of grinding, buffing and polishing techniques - Variations or 'imperfections' in the product's finish are characteristic of the creation process - Hand Textured Stainless Steel, Natural and Oxidized Brass - As with All Metals, Never Place in Microwave Oven, Hand Wash with Gentle Detergent, Dry Immediately with Soft Cloth, Avoid Any Detergent with Lemon or Other Acidic Agents, Do Not Soak, Even in Plain Water or Leave Unwashed Overnight - Imported