Molten Glass Mini Goldfish Bowl on Wood 20cm

A miniature glass bowl shaped by hand onto a natural Balinese gamal wood base — designed for use as a small vase, terrarium, air plant holder, or decorative bowl. At approximately 20cm across, this molten glass piece has the rounded, enclosed form of a goldfish bowl, creating a contained display space for flowers, plants, crystals, or floating candles. Hand-blown from recycled glass in Bali, each piece is unique.

What This Gives You

The goldfish bowl shape creates a naturally enclosed space — ideal for displaying air plants, small succulents, tumble stones, or a single stem flower in water.

The curved glass catches and refracts light, creating gentle visual movement on surrounding surfaces throughout the day.

At 20cm, it is compact enough for a windowsill, bookshelf, side table, or desk — a decorative accent that does not demand a lot of space.

The organic marriage of clear glass and raw wood gives it a striking natural aesthetic: part terrarium, part sculpture, entirely handmade.

Recycled glass and sustainable gamal wood — an environmentally conscious material choice.

Recycled Glass on Gamal Root Made by artisans in Bali. Recycled glass is hand-blown and draped over a piece of gamal wood root while still molten. As the glass cools and hardens, it takes on the exact contours of the wood beneath. The result is a seamless bond between the two materials — each piece shaped by the unique form of its particular wood base. Gamal wood is sustainably grown in Indonesia. Small bubbles, light surface marks, and slight asymmetry in the glass are natural features of the handmade process.

Display Ideas and Care Fill with water and a single cut flower or floating candle. Place an air plant inside for a low-maintenance living display. Arrange tumble stones, crystals, or decorative sand in the bowl as a static display piece. To clean, wipe the glass gently with a damp cloth. If used with water, change it regularly to prevent cloudiness. Avoid submerging the wood base — wipe the wood with a dry or barely damp cloth only. Do not place in a dishwasher.

From Bali, by Hand Molten glass on wood has become one of the most popular home décor trends to emerge from Balinese artisan workshops. The technique requires precise timing — the glass must be positioned on the wood at exactly the right temperature to conform without scorching. Each piece takes skill, experience, and patience. The molten glass range started as a niche product for European home stores and has since become a sought-after centrepiece in natural, bohemian, and contemporary interiors worldwide.

Size Notes Approximately 20cm across at the widest point. Height and depth vary due to the natural wood base and handmade glass form. The bowl opening is large enough to comfortably arrange contents inside but enclosed enough to create that distinctive goldfish bowl silhouette.

A Gift People Remember Because every piece is different, giving one feels genuinely personal. Works beautifully as a housewarming gift, birthday present, or paired with an air plant or a handful of polished crystals for a complete, ready-to-display package.

Common Questions Can I actually keep fish in this bowl? This is a decorative piece, not a functional aquarium. The bowl is not designed for live fish. It is best suited to plants, flowers, candles, or decorative objects.

Is the glass watertight? The glass bowl itself holds water well for cut flowers or floating candles. Be mindful not to overfill, as water may seep to the wood base over time. For longer-term water use, check for any natural gaps where glass meets wood.

What plants work well in a molten glass bowl? Air plants (Tillandsia) are the most popular choice — they need no soil and very little water. Small succulents, moss, or dried botanicals also work well for a terrarium-style display.

Will the wood rot if it gets wet? Gamal wood is naturally resilient, but prolonged water exposure can damage any wood over time. Wipe up spills promptly and avoid submerging the base. The wood is the base and support — it is not intended to sit in water.