My First Hollow Form

[Al_T]

This is my first hollow form. It is a piece of mesquite with a eucalyptus lid and ebony finial. I wanted to taper the bottom more but being that the end grain at the pith had heavy checking I was worried it would come apart. It is about 9 inches high 5 inches wide and more or less 1/8 thick. I had to start it on a face plate because I was scared that starting between centers It my split the wood so the opening is a little larger than I wanted. The finish is Danish Oil with a coating of Carnauba buffed on to finish.

Thanks,

Alan

 

[ahoiberg]

very nice alan. the finish looks spot on as well.

 

[hilltopper46]

It looks very nice from here.

 

[marcruby]

Nice finish and shape. Keep developing it, it'll be a winner.

 

[VisExp]

I can only hope my first attempt at a hollow form turns out half that nice!

 

[markgum]

very nice work.

 

[Fred]

Very nice work and the finish is excellent. Keep up the great work! :biggrin:

 

[Al_T]

Thanks for all the kind words. I look forward to doing my next.

Alan