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Atariak
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Allen Alexopulos

Atariak

A natural-edge vessel turned from a Big Leaf Maple burl cap with bleached accent rings. The base posts were turned out of Madagascar Ebony and the base from African Mahogany. "Atariak" is Basque for "Portals".
Widest diameter:27 1/2"
Height (including Base): 25"
Max Thickness of Vessel: ~3"
Base Dimensions: 15 7/8" Wide x 7 1/4" deep x 1 3/8" Max Thickness.
Finish: Waterlox & Carnauba Wax
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Allen Alexopulos
Hi Michael,
The bleached rings allowed me to add interesting elements to both the BLM vessel and the mahogany base. The ring patterns also helped tie them together. Your comments (and Peter's) are greatly appreciated. Thanks!
-Allen
 

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