Wood turned vase handmade on the lathe using pieces of repurposed Spalted maple shavings from the Adirondacks then embedded in epoxy resin with multi color iridescent mica.

Wood turned vase handmade on the lathe using pieces of repurposed Spalted Maple from the Adirondacks then embedded in epoxy resin with multi color iridescent mica. Spalting refers to the process of decay breaking down dead wood. If turned at the right moment before the wood is too broken down, spalting produces wood of exceptional beauty with very distinctive colors delineated by fine black lines that appear to be drawn by hand.
Finally added metallic inlay has been used on this part using a technique inspired by the centuries-old Japanese art of Kintsugi (technique to repair pottery and transform it into a new work of art using gold / metallic inlay).

The finish is first done on the lathe with a mixture of shellac and boiled linseed oil using a friction polish technique to provide a light glossy appearance and then a thin coat of polyurethane is applied for durability. The interior is not made to hold water and this is rather recommended for object, fruit or display but not for fresh flowers or overly wet item.

The LED light string battery-operated inside the bowl as shown on some of pictures is included in the price and can be very easily removed as desired.

Each piece is custom designed in term of shape and wood pattern with each listing being unique and to be removed when sold, making it truly one of a kind.

The little imperfection of the wood and of its natural grain, which I am trying to show as much as possible through the different pictures displayed, is what is giving character to this piece. And I am doing my best to describe and show this piece (and feel free to contact me if you would like any more information or pictures) but if this piece when received does not meet your expectations, then please let me know and return it for refund or replacement.

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