About AustrianTimberBowl

Handcrafted wooden bowls and design objects made from local woods – crafted in Upper Austria.

AustrianTimberBowl is known for its durable, one-of-a-kind wooden pieces, crafted with a passion for materials, form, and authentic craftsmanship.

My Story

After nearly 25 years in the metalworking industry, I have fulfilled my lifelong dream: working creatively with wood.
To me, wood is more than just a material—it is a living, renewable resource that embodies tranquility, warmth, and character.

I am Reininger Gerold, the founder of AustrianTimberBowl. I choose to work alone so that I can give every piece the attention it deserves—from the selection of the raw wood to the final finish.

Wood as a material

I prefer to work with local woods from Austria.
I particularly enjoy using ash, apple, and pear wood —but I actually love all regional wood species, as each has its own grain, color, and history.

It is precisely this naturalness that makes every bowl and every object truly one-of-a-kind.

Craftsmanship & Philosophy

  • Handcrafted instead of mass-produced
    Every product is made by me personally.

  • Regional & Sustainable
    : Local woods, short supply chains, durable products.


  • 's Timeless Design: Sleek, understated forms that blend harmoniously into modern living spaces.

  • Authentic materials
    Grain patterns, small irregularities, and textures are part of the design—not flaws.

What happens at AustrianTimberBowl?

    • Handcrafted wooden bowls

    • Decorative bowls and design pieces for the living room

    • One-of-a-kind pieces and limited-edition small runs

    • Yarn bowls, yarn winders, drop spindles (hand-operated, free-hanging)

    • Support spindles (for supported or guided spindle work)

    • Custom-made products for private and business customers (B2C & B2B)

    • Tealight holder

    • and much more that can be carefully handcrafted from locally sourced wood.

Who I create for

For people who value quality, craftsmanship, and natural materials.
For anyone looking for more than just a mass-produced item—but a piece with character.

🖤 Discover one-of-a-kind pieces
🖤 Discover one-of-a-kind pieces

Handcrafted in Upper Austria · Locally sourced wood · Each piece is one-of-a-kind

The woodturning process for making a wooden bowl from solid wood on the lathe in the workshop

Handcrafting the workpiece—from raw wood to its initial shape.

Preparation of locally sourced roundwood – cut pieces of wood as raw material for handmade wooden bowls.

The starting point of every project: local wood in its natural form.

Semi-finished wooden bowls and blanks on the workbench—a progress report on the journey toward a finished, one-of-a-kind piece

Between the first step and the finish line – half-finished bowls await the next step in the process.

Handcrafted ash wood bowl with a colored inlay in shades of green and purple – a one-of-a-kind piece by AustrianTimberBowl, shown in a close-up view.

A one-of-a-kind piece made of ash—a harmonious blend of color, wood, and form.

A look inside the AustrianTimberBowl workshop with its lathe and tools—the place where handcrafted wooden bowls are made.

This is where my work comes to life—in a calm, focused atmosphere, step by step.

Wood blanks in the drying shed – prepared bowl blanks made from locally sourced wood, destined to become one-of-a-kind handcrafted pieces.

Patience is part of the process: storing and drying raw wood before further processing

My Approach

1. Selecting the Wood
I work with locally sourced woods from Austria. The grain, texture, and character of the wood determine what a piece is best suited for.

2. Rest & Preparation
The wood is cut, prepared, and given time. Patience is an important part of my work—it ensures stability and durability.

3. Handcrafting on the wood lathe
Each piece is crafted by hand, step by step. I work deliberately slowly to follow the wood and respect its unique characteristics.

4. Finishing & Surface
After turning, the shape and surface are carefully refined. Small irregularities remain visible—they make each piece unique.

5. The finished, one-of-a-kind piece
The result is a piece with character: functional, timeless, and built to last for many years in everyday life or in the home.

Handcrafted ash wood bowl with a natural-edge finish and a central, raised burl—a unique, sculptural piece by AustrianTimberBowl.

“Black Hole” – Ash wood with a natural edge and a striking knothole as its natural focal point.