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This is from a my first purchase of wood from Ebay. When I received it my first thought was I had been had but once I cut into it I quickly changed my mind. So much wonderful color in the wood. Anyway, this is another small one measuring 2-3/4" dia. x 6-3/8" to the top of the ebony finial. Finished with antique oil and buffed.
941.44 miles South of Steve Schlumph
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And what exactly is this mysterious wood?
It certainly looks beautiful and it's a nice form, great job.
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Keith that is a beautiful piece and was a nice surprise. I have did that myself thinking I got a piece of firewood but turned out beautiful.
Bernie
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Keith,
It's been so long since I've seen something new from you I was getting worried. However, as always, your work is simply stunning. Great form and finish, and the flow to the finial is excellent!
Brian
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Keith - just love this piece! The actual size is deceiving as it looks at least twice that size! Love the elegant finial - you really have mastered those over the last year or so! Also love the way the finial continues the curve into the body with no visible edges detracting from the form. Also like the very small foot on this - really helps to elevate/elongate the turning!
Very nice work as always! When does your school open?
Steve
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Wonderful wood and wonderful work!! Very impressive!
Chris
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Keith, I have been wanting to buy some texas ebony and have not found the nerve yet! I love the wood and the finish is great, the finial is perfect! Great job!
Jeff
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Yep, that'sabeautymate. Ditto exactly what Steve said.
Richard in Wimberley
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Another excellent form. Mighty pretty wood too.
Where did I put that tape measure...
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Keith,
Very, very nice.
Is Texas ebony an actual species or a common name for some other wood?
Toney
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TEXAS EBONY Ebano
Pithecellobium ebano - Mimosaceae, Mimosa Family
DESCRIPTION:
Large tree or stunted shrub-, dense, dark crown, zigzag twigs with paired spines.
- Height: 15-30 feet, up to 40 feet.
- Flowers: Creamy-yellow, fragrant, elongated spikes, after rainfall.
- Fruit: Thick, woody pods.
- Foliage: Evergreen; dense, dark green.
- Bark: Dark brown to black.
- Growth rate: Slow.
Richard in Wimberley
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That's really a beauty Keith. I agree with Steve too. I thought the piece was much larger. I always like seeing your work.
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Wow!!! That's really gorgeous. What EBAY seller! I've used Got Wood (turningblanks.com) and they're very good.
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Beautiful piece Keith!
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The piece is absolutely beautiful. Great wood and great job turning.
Marc Himes
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