Completed box for some of my daughters christmas more special tree ornaments. Box sides and panel on the top are Sapele, base and frame on lid are cherry. Colors turned out very similar though I only used clear satin Arm r seal for finish. Contrast in grain is more of what I was after.
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This memory box / small chest was made at the request of my daughter to give to friends that lost their 2 year old son and his grandfather in a tragic swimming pool accident earlier this summer in Dallas TX.:gar-Cr
The box is made of sapele with maple accents, 11" deep x 17" wide and 11" tall...
Sapele Rocking Chair with Holly and Walnut Accents, Coopered Headrest and Upholstered Seat. My own design, influenced by Duncan Phyfe, Sam Maloof, Hal Taylor and my lovely wife Carol.
Sideboard in the style of Greene and Greene. Wood is sapele with ebony accents. 88"W x 36"H x 18"D. Photo taken at the Grovewood Gallery in Asheville.