King Isosceles 37 Firebowl

From the Artist: The King Isosceles Story The King Isosceles firebowl embodies an intriguing geometric aesthetic within the deep curves cut into its profile. The lines of the King Isosceles speak of a pleasing simplicity, a clean and subtle elegance. These lines are a symbol of reason and rigor, of comfort and symmetry, of civilization built on classical forms and knowledge. Western culture has long held the austere beauty of Euclidean geometry to be a glimpse into an otherworldly system of perfection and certainty, even as its proofs are grounded solidly in the natural laws of the material world. As a sculptor, I'm fascinated by form, volume and geometry. The simplest designs are often the most difficult to get right they must meet a higher standard of perfection than organic forms, as any error immediately draws the eye. For me, art is best when it overlaps myth and math, symbol and science, form and function. Warranty and Return Policy John T. Unger offers a Dynasty Guarantee on all Sculptural Firebowl models available to vendors, meaning they will last many lifetimes. He follows the same return policy as Amazon's A-to-z Guarantee. All artwork is eligible for return and replacement if it arrives damaged or broken or is materially different than represented as described. Sculptural Firebowls may arrive with some marks or scratches due to the fact that they are made from recycled materials. These scratches are considered to add history and character rather than being a defect eligible for return. Firebowl Patina and Finish All bowls are shipped with natural patina. If the rust finish is a concern (particularly around pools or fountains) a high temperature spray paint can be used to paint the bowl on site. High temp spray paint for grills is available at most any hardware store and will work fine on your firebowl. You can also use high temp automotive spray paints designed for engine blocks. These come in a wider color selection and can be found at auto parts stores. Painting the bowl is recommended only once it is on the site where it will be used. It is harder to fix a scratch in paint than it is to paint from scratch, and scratches are likely to occur during shipping. John T. Unger does not have the facilities to paint firebowls before shipping. Should any stains occur after painting, they are easy to remove with household cleansers designed to remove rust such as CLR. Firebowl Safety If you plan to use your firebowl on a wooden or plastic lumber deck, you MUST place a heat shielding pad, firebrick or concrete paver under the base. The firebowl does not transfer enough heat to set fire to a deck, but the base gets hot enough to brand marks into the wood. The best way to insulate a deck when using a gas firebowl is to make a small square of firebrick to set the bowl on. This allows you to easily run gas from below without having to drill or cut holes in a one-piece barrier. Other options include using a concrete paver (like a round stepping stone) or a slab of stone. Chidren and pets should be closely supervised around the firebowls. The steel does get hot when a fire is in use and the bowl can be sharp when handled without work gloves. Allow firebowls to cool for at least several hours before touching the steel. Abraham Lincoln was known to read Euclid's Geometry by candlelight, convinced its mathematical proofs would quicken his logic and oratory in the courtroom. The King Isosceles firebowl is a modernist homage to this classical approach to eloquence, and my hope is that it will inspire your stories told round the blaze.


Price: 1500.00