Black Cherry Burl

[Steve Schlumpf]

This Black Cherry burl bowl is 13” (330mm) in diameter x 4 ½” (114mm) high. The rim is 3/8” (9.5mm) and tapers down to ¼” (6.35mm) walls. The bowl was sanded to 320 grit, given multiple coats of gloss wipe-on poly and then steel-wooled back to a matte surface. It was then given a coat of Renaissance wax and hand-rubbed to a warm glow. The bowl is well balanced and feels soft to the touch.

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As always, your opinions, critiques and comments are welcomed!

Thanks for looking!

[Bill Hensley]

That has a classic beauty about it. A soft finish was ideal for that piece of wood.

[David Gilbert]

Steve,

I don't usually respond to threads like this but this piece is exactly the kind of bowl that I would love to be able to produce. It is lovely.

Cheers,
David

[Thomas Canfield]

Lots of interesting wood grain in that bowl. Well done and sure to catch a lot of looks and comments.

[John Keeton]

Steve, this one really is outstanding! Having seen the rough out in person when we visited with you, I can honestly say that the pics do not do justice for this piece of wood - it has loads of character. Nice rim treatment and just an all round great job.

[Rich Aldrich]

Very nice work. I love cherry burl and you did a nice job showing the beauty in the wood. You had a great piece of wood to work with.

[Steve Schlumpf]

Thanks everyone for taking the time to comment! I appreciate it!