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Tall Maple Vaaaahhssee

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Roger Chandler

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Well, I was searching for inspiration to take advantage of one of those rare days with a light schedule and available shop time.............went to the shop and saw this piece of maple that I have had for over 3 years and had been thinking that I wanted to do another tall vase out of that piece.........well, it did not take me long to put it between centers and proceed to turn a tenon on it!

Most of you probably remember me saying that I am fond of pedestal forms..........to me a well designed foundation just adds to most pieces........but that is my tastes, and not everyone is a fan of pedestal forms.

At any rate, I wanted to add some features..........cove, bead of sorts, and burn lines to accent the entire piece without making it be too much........I hit on 3 lines in strategic places.........I like them at least! ;)

This is 11 inches tall and 5.25" wide. Walls are 3/16" thick except for the very bottom where it meets the pedestal........it is 1/4" thick there.
 

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pretty piece, like your highlights Roger
 
Roger,
I too love the look. I like the flow in of the small pedestal, the line work with the body of the jar. I love making long, slender jars with tiny openings; they just have an elegant look.
You do terrific work and one of these day I hope to reach some semblance of that skill.
Thanks for showing us. Gary
 
Gary Chapman said:
Roger,
I too love the look. I like the flow in of the small pedestal, the line work with the body of the jar. I love making long, slender jars with tiny openings; they just have an elegant look.
You do terrific work and one of these day I hope to reach some semblance of that skill.
Thanks for showing us. Gary
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Thank you much Gary.........I am most appreciative that you like my work! :)
 
Looks great! I think the 3 lines made it that much better.
 
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