Curly Bowl

[Thomas Wilson80]

I was told this was Chinese elm that I rough turned last year.

Lots of curl and crazy grain patterns (I kept thinking there was tear out but it felt smooth - I probably sanded three times longer than I needed to trying to get rid of it but it’s just the funny grain). Just over 16” in diameter. Finished with medium walnut Watco Danish oil to pop the curl.

I still have the cored centers to finish turn - I think it’s going to make a beautiful set.

Comments and critique welcome.

tom

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[Brian Tymchak]

Wow! The curl in that piece is incredible! Congrats on a great job.

[Robert Hayward]

Nice work and exceptionally nice piece of wood!

[Thomas Wilson80]

Thanks for the comments. Always appreciated.
Tom

[John Kananis]

The grain on that bowl is spectacular. Very, very nice.

[Brian Brown]

Very nice bowl, and an amazing piece of wood. A great combination. Can we see a pic of the bottom?

[Thomas Wilson80]

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Thanks Brian - here is the bottom. Just a simple and subtle curve to the foot.
‘Tom