Spalted Walnut Canister

[Richard Jones]

This came from a tree in the m-i-l's back yard, courtesy of Irene. I expect it wouldn't have lasted too much longer anyway, after seeing this and the lack of a normal root ball.

Anyway, this is about 6 1/2 tall, plus the Virginia Ebony knob, 4" dia. Walnut oil, buffed, Ren-waxed. No finish on the interior. Not sure yet as to what's it will be used for, still working on that part.......... First time using my new tripod, finally own a good one.

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[Steve Schlumpf]

Richard - you did good - both on the turning and your photography! Sure is some pretty wood and I like your use of Ebony for a knob. Nice work!

[Ken Hill]

My wife started pointing at your canister and kept saying "See that, make me one but bigger!"

Nice job!

[Dan Forman]

Really nice! Great wood and form, the knob looks just right. You might think about a coat of shellac or two on the inside, will give some protection without any odors. The tripod will dramatically improve your photos, as I'm sure you are already seeing.

Dan

[Roger Chandler]

I like that one Rich! Great form............that Virginia Ebony........grows local does it? :rolleyes::D;)

[Johnny England]

Very nice. When I first looked I thought you had made a set of four.

[David E Keller]

That's really nice, Richard! I love the proportions and the soft finish! I kind of wish that tiny little flat between the beads at the lid/body junction was absent, but that's a tiny little nit to pick. Great work!

[Richard Jones]

Shellac on the inside, I always seem to forget about that, thanks, Dan. I sketched a dozen or so variations of the knob, and they looked fine by themselves, but on the piece was a different story. I think it might be better with a narrower waist (me too for that matter!!), but I do like it.

And for those that don't know what Virginia Ebony is, or, Ebonisius Redneckius, it's walnut with India ink............

David, I hear you about that flat. I didn't hit the join line just right with the parting tool, and that's the result.

Ken, this one is actually the prototype for some larger ones, as soon as I get the time to cut that sycamore in the pasture.

This was fun to do, and much easier than a box, as the lid isn't fitted suctionish-like. I think these would do well at craft fairs, Christmas time, etc.

[Jim Burr]

Just plain nice Richard...nice wood, form, great finish. Gotta love it!

[Bernie Weishapl]

That is a really nice cannister and love the walnut.

[John Keeton]

This is an excellent piece!!! And, you and Roger are getting good at those "domestic" ebonies!! Usually, when the sapwood of walnut gets to the spalted stage, it is just about gone. The heartwood is pretty resistant to rot, though.

[Ted Calver]

Beautiful piece Richard.

[Tim Rinehart]

Nice work indeed Rich, I like that form for canisters a lot.

[Lori Kleinberg]

Great looking canister.

[Baxter Smith]

Very pretty wood and form. The knob goes well with it. Do you have enough wood left for a set? They would be a knockout!

[Michelle Rich]

I like the shape & the wonderful wood. Makes for a very pleasing box. good job!

[Robert McGowen]

That is a nice little box, Richard!