Rescued Mātai was transformed by fire and crafted into a natural-edge vase supported by 2.5 cm feet. Buffed to a smooth finish with Shellawax Glow friction polish. Height: 26 cm x 9 cm dia at Top
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Angela Zajonskowski
Crafted from Ancient Coromandel Swamp Kauri, this semi-hollow vessel preserves the timber’s distinctive natural edges. Finished with Haarlem Danish oil, the surface is buffed to a smooth sheen. Dimensions: 19 cm in height × 15 cm in diameter.
Ancient Coromandel Swamp Kauri, shaped to reveal a former branch junction, divided into two pieces and mounted on Tasmanian blackwood base with brass rods. Finished with gold leaf and Harlem Danish oil, buffed. 28 cm high × 25 cm diameter.
Hand-turned from a Magnolia branch, this piece depicts a gracefully flowing gown, with the wood's natural grain enhancing the curves. Pyrography with acrylic accents enhances detail, finished with Haarlem Danish oil and buffed. 36cm High x 18cm Dia
Rescued Mātai, transformed by fire, has been crafted into a natural, bulb-shaped vase. Flowing grain showcases warm honey and golden-brown tones, contrasted by dark streaks and scorched edges. Polished with Shellawax Glow friction polish. 26cm High x 11cm Wide.
A Magnolia branch was carefully turned into a large, bulb-shaped vase, with a rounded body that tapers towards the opening. Three carved feet lift and support the form. Finished with Haarlem Danish oil and buffed. 52cm High x 20cm Wide.
Crafted from Silver Beech, this platter showcases the timber’s natural grain alongside an intricate arrangement of clock gears set in clear resin. Buffed to a smooth finish with Glow friction polish. Diameter: 32 cm x thickness of 8mm
This natural-edge hollow form was turned from the junction of a Spalted Walnut branch and mounted on a carved base. The work was finished with Halem Danish Oil and buffed to a smooth sheen. 20cm diameter × 20cm high
Ancient Coromandel Swamp Kauri, shaped to reveal a former branch junction, is divided into two pieces and mounted on Tasmanian blackwood base with brass rods. Finished with gold leaf, Harlem Danish oil, then buffed. 28 cm high × 25 cm diameter.
Crafted from Tasmanian Blackwood, this hollow-form vase has a refined, chalice-like silhouette. It is finished with Shellawax Glow friction polish and buffed with wax to a smooth sheen. 21cm High x 16cm Wide.
This Moreton Bay Fig bowl highlights the timber’s warm, flowing grain, resting on a black-painted deer antler, together, they create a refined, natural character. Buffed to a sheen with Glow friction polish. 26cm Dia x 14cm H x 8mm thickness.