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Sphericon I
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Sphericon I

I stumbled across a new class of math generated 3D forms. This was a trial run to see if I could pull it off to turn one.

The form actually only has one surface and will roll down in an incline in a wonky fashion with the whole surface coming into contact upon each revolution.

The stand and the form are both chestnut. My receptionist's family took down a chestnut tree last summer and this is the first finished piece from that tree. I used the iron/vinegar technique for ebonizing the stand and am not real happy with it. It is hard to see due to the uneven black, but the stand is actually turned on 5 centers. I think I will use some shoe dye to give it more of an even color.

Form is Chestnut, with Krylon 5" x 5"
Stand is Chestnut, Vinegar/iron and tung oil
11" high on stand
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your comments on ebonizing are interesting - i have had exactly the same issues with oak, if you happen come up with an improved method of iron ebonizing, i'd be interested to hear.
superb form!
well done
j
 
Mike your understanding of, &, ability to play with shapes in the way you do is a mystery to most of us I'm sure,
Another fabulous piece of work, actually looks quite fragile / delicate.
I'm playing with some of David Springett's easier pieces but admit they are driving me crazy :: ))
 
FANTASTIC JOB and really COOL ! (ok that give away my age a little).
 

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