Titled "SUNSET"

[65GTMustang]

My latest styled turning
I am really happy with this piece – I would very much like your comments, questions and critiques.
A 14 month plus project!
Let me know what you think - Of course to see it in person gives you a completely different appreciation for the piece - The depth and demission of the Orange Agate figure / grain is Awesome! The wood looks to be as deep as the eye can see.
This piece offers a little of everything, Titled "Sunset" for the beauty of the golden amber orange colors from the Orange Agate wood. The high gloss finish from my "new secret" oil based finish on the vase and Amboyna Burl look gorgeous. The Black Ebony collar has a matte black textured finish to add a little contrast to help the beautiful sliced agate to sit up proud.

Wood;
Orange Agate
African Black Ebony
Amboyna Burl. with Sliced Polished Agate - This piece of polished sliced agate is a perfect match - It contains every shade of brown, amber, gold and black that the vase has.
Approximate dimension:
Vase Dia. at widest point = 6"
Vase Only Height = 6 ¾"
Inside Depth = 5 ½"
Vase with Finial Height = 10"
Collar Dia. = 2 ½"
Collar Opening = 1 ¼"

 

[Drstrangefart]

That's something else! The agate at the top sets it off HARD. True achievement.

 

[1080Wayne]

Very nice !

 

[holmqer]

Very nice design and blend of materials. The agate top works well with the vessel.

 

[Jim15]

That's awesome work.

 

[65GTMustang]

Thanks for the comments. They are appreciated

 

[David Keller]

Very cool design and execution! I've not seen stone used in exactly that way, and I think it's a wonderful addition. The only thing I'd change, and it's purely a matter of personal preference... I'd consider making the amboyna section shorter to bring the stone down closer to the form. With larger ornaments like the stone, I guess I like them to sit closer to the HF. You've got ever reason to be proud of this piece... It's awesome!

Thanks for sharing!

 

[seamus7227]

Dude that is show quality right there! Excellent job kevin!

 

[wizard]

That is awesome looking! I love the display of the agate on the top. You did a great job.
Thanks for showing! Doc

 

[FrankG]

Nice turning. Personally, I'd lose the top.

 

[bobjackson]

Beautiful job. I love it.

 

[CaptG]

Awesome. That is beautiful work. The top really sets it off.

 

[65GTMustang]

Frank - Lose the Top? REALLY? - That's what makes it a "Finial Lidded Vase" instead of just a "vase"...LOL

I appreciate the comments - just having some fun with ya.
Thanks to everyone else that responded.
It is nice to get remarks on projects that you put a lot of time into.
THANK YOU
Kevin

 

[crabcreekind]

That is pretty bomb, i like what you did with the top.