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  1. 04-11-2013, 11:33 PM #1
    Richard Madden
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    Pedestal Basket

    Looking through a book recommended by Jim Adkins as a source of inspiration, I saw some pictures of pedestal baskets, a style I hadn't seen before and I had to give one a try. This is my attempt at copying a basket originally done by Lucy Telles in 1910. A big thanks to Jim Adkins for his help and advice. Hard maple, 11" by 6". C & C welcomed.
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  3. 04-11-2013, 11:40 PM #2
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    Richard, excellent workmanship and a real beauty.
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    Richard, I had to look 3-4 times to see if it was in fact a piece of wood. Still can't really tell.... Beautiful job, especially at both rims..... Jerry (in Tucson)
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    Richard, just saw this over on WTU... absolutely amazing! Love the realism, the vibrant colors and your attention to all the details! Wonderful work! Thanks for sharing!
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  6. 04-12-2013, 12:30 AM #5
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    Seriously. Is that a turning with carvings or is it woven?
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    Stunning. Grand work.
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    very nice, Richard, that is an outstanding piece showing skills in a number of areas, thoughtful of you to give Lucy credit and adds to your statue
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  10. 04-12-2013, 8:34 AM #9
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    WOW! That is an amazing piece.
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  11. 04-12-2013, 8:43 AM #10
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    Quote Originally Posted by Richard Madden View Post
    This is my attempt
    Looks like you aced this! Not bad for a first try.
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  12. 04-12-2013, 10:56 AM #11
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    that's a wonderful piece Richard. That whole "had to give on a try"...sheesh...some people just have natural talent. I'd have to try a dozen of these before they came out that well, if then!
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  13. 04-12-2013, 11:03 AM #12
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    Wow Richard, that's a real mindblower, great detail and exquisite craftsmanship, very striking, most times when I'm browsing I see things I would like to try, but this seems impossible to me, very, very nice.
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  14. 04-12-2013, 11:24 AM #13
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    Quote Originally Posted by Dennis Ford View Post
    WOW! That is an amazing piece.
    *1 on "WOW!"
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  15. 04-12-2013, 11:38 AM #14
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    Fantastic basket illusion piece!
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  16. 04-12-2013, 12:31 PM #15
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    Awesome work Richard.
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