WHITE OAK G+ bowl #13998 by Smithsonian Artist, Dave Walsh

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About the Bowl
G+ Bowl 13998 is a signed and numbered hand turned bowl from White Oak.
It measures 5.5" at its widest diameter, 3.75" tall at its highest point.
Photos are of the actual piece.
PLEASE! Use a ruler to help you determine its size as the photos do not show that.
Additional photos are those taken around the studio or on site recovery operations.
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About the Wood
White Oak
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White Oak comes f
rom the eastern United States.
Strong, beautiful, rot-resistant, easy-to-work, and economical, White Oak represents an exceptional value to woodworkers. It's pretty clear why this is a widely used wood in cabinetry and furniture making!
White Oak is the state tree of Connecticut, Illinois, and Maryland. On
The 50 State Quarters Program
rolled by the US Mint in 1999, Connecticut's state quarter was minted with a picture and inscription of a famous White Oak tree, The Charter Oak.
White Oak Burl
- White oak is a strong, beautiful wood from the eastern United States that is valued by woodworkers. White oak has a very lovely and distinctive burl that I haven't seen very often. The burl combines the coloring of the heartwood (light to medium brown) with that of the sapwood (white to light brown) in some stunning figuring!
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I have over 5700 comments and 100% positive feedback on eBay.
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ON EBAY:
Purchase #2 - I've also bought his work at the Renwick Gallery @ the Smithsonian
Take a close look at Mr. Walsh's customers. Numerous multiple purchases. AAAA+
Need more room! wonderful person, fabulous artistry. On 5 star scale is a 12!
WORDS CANT DO THIS BOWL JUSTICE. DON'T HESITATE TO BUY, AWESOME.
David Walsh is a world class artist. Magnificent turnings. Worth your attention!
In 2 months, I've bought 15 of David's pieces. That says it all about his work.
Another work of art from David....you are a wood magician!
Beautiful piece, light seems to spring from it. As always, fast secure shipping
A++++++++++++ Great artwork, fine detailing. Will order again, again, and again
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Striking colors, beautiful form, lovely to touch!
Another Superb Work from this MASTER Craftsman!!!!
This is sure to become a family heirloom, a delight to several of the senses.
Beautiful job of recycling, the bowls feel like religious objects in your hands.
Stunning Bowl!! If you get the chance, use "Buy it Now"!!!
Have no doubts, this is THE MAN for your turned wood. A+ in all aspects
I knew they'd be nice, but these are incredible!!!!!!
Building up my collection of David Walsh vases......valuable collectibles......
ON KICKSTARTER:
I received my bowl in the mail today, I'm blown away! The picture did not do this piece justice. David has a gift! His work just leaves me wanting more!! I'm honored to have I think its six bowls now. I'm sure you'll be seeing more orders from me in the future!
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All bowls safely received across the pond. They are every bit as beautiful as I hoped they would be!
The bowl is stunning. Thank You!!!!!!!
Got my bowl today. Beautiful craftsmanship! Thanks David!
Received the redwood bowl last Wednesday and what a pleasant surprise it was. An exquisite piece of craftsmanship.
I received my spalted maple bowl a while back--it's gorgeous! One of my favorite woods.
I've seen a lot of local woodwork bowls, but none as beautiful as this. I think it's really interesting how you turn the wood into something almost completely different. It almost looks like marble. I love how the bowls are both rustic but also so posh. It's fine art!
ON ETSY:
David - your pieces have soul!
absolutely gorgeous! I'm working on it now for a small sculpture!
Beautiful - I can't stop looking at all of the colors and swirls. So happy with this purchase.
Absolutely gorgeous piece finished to perfection! The natural beauty of the wood is enhanced to the utmost via the superb craftsmanship of David Walsh. Thanks David for another pleasant and seamless transaction.
Gorgeous!!!!!! I have purchased a number of pieces from this shop and it is impossible to choose a favorite. I love them all!
Excellent craftsmanship. As beautiful in person as pictured. Accurately depicted. Arrived quickly and well packaged. Very happy!
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About the Bowl Lines (Tool, Rustic, Gallery/G+)
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Tool finish
" means that the surface of the bowl retains the marks of the carving tools left by the maker.  Depending on the maker's skill, tool marks can be either crude or refined. Before the use of sandpaper, every handmade wooden object had a tool finish, which directly reflects the hand and artistry of the maker. Most old antiques have tool finishes, increasing their value to collectors.
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Rustic finish
" bowls may retain some tool marks but will be smoother to the touch because they go through a few rounds of sanding. One application of blended finish is applied, and then the bowl is buffed to give it a little shine.
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G+ finish
" is of the highest quality in sanding and polish. The wood is sanded until it is smooth as silk to the touch. G+ finished bowls go through multiple applications of blended finish before returning to the lathe for a 2-step buffing process. These extra steps allows the finish to achieve a high-gloss shine, showcasing the wood it protects.
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About Me
I am a Pennsylvania-based artist and woodworker. My work has won multiple awards and has been featured and sold in galleries throughout the United States, including the Renwick Gallery at the Smithsonian. A lifelong woodworker, I first started woodturning in 1998 and quickly gained a following as "David Walsh, The Bowlmaker". As of 2016, I have turned over 13,500 signed and numbered bowls that range in size from miniature at 1.5" in diameter to enormous at 26" diameter.
Awards and Recognition:
Renwick Gallery at the Smithsonian - work chosen to offer for purchase during a 6-month exhibition on the History and the Art of Woodturning after a nationwide search was conducted.
Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen Show (Juried)
Harrisburg National Public Broadcasting Station Fund Raising Show Event - Best in Show 2003
Harrisburg National Public Broadcasting Station Fund Raising Show Event - Best in Show 2002
Harrisburg National Public Broadcasting Station - commissioned in 2003 to make 50 bark-edged bowls from one tree. The entire process from tree to finished product was filmed and aired on the PBS television channel during the live event.
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