Description
Unfolding is a one-of-a-kind vessel, hand turned from freshly felled bay wood. I created it as part of my Held Forms collection, which explores how green wood changes as it dries.
I turned the vessel while the timber still contained its natural moisture. As the wood dried, it moved gently and developed its own distinctive form. Instead of resisting those changes, I allowed them to become part of the final design.
The thin walls and flowing profile highlight the natural colour and fine grain of the bay wood. In contrast, the hand turned rosewood base adds warmth, stability and a subtle visual contrast.
Every piece of timber tells a different story. For that reason, I celebrate natural features such as grain variation, gentle distortion and individual markings. As a result, no two vessels can ever be the same.
Display Unfolding on its own as a sculptural object, or use it to hold dried stems. Either way, it brings the beauty and character of sustainably sourced British timber into your home. Explore more handmade wooden bowls, vessels and vases.
About Bay Wood
Bay is an unusual timber for woodturning. It has a fine, even texture and subtle grain that suit delicate forms. Over time, the timber develops a richer colour and an even warmer appearance. Consequently, each piece becomes more distinctive as it ages.
Specifications
- Collection: Held Forms
- Timber: Bay Wood
- Base: Rosewood
- Finish: locally produced hemp seed oil
- Height: 19 cm
- Width: 13 cm
Part of the Held Forms Collection
Unfolding forms part of Held Forms, a collection inspired by the natural movement of green wood. Discover the story behind the collection on the Love Heartwood Journal: Green Woodturning Collection: Embracing Natural Forms
