Like Mattea, Chase was turned from an oak tree that had been lying in a forest in Germany for many years before I brought a few pieces back to my studio. The same warm, honey-colored tones run through this piece, giving it a sense of warmth and calm that I find deeply appealing. Every now and then, a piece of wood arrives with a color that feels just right, and Chase is one of those pieces. What I enjoy most about this bowl is its lightness.…