| Because every piece of wood is so different, it is critical that you order an abstract box with the understanding that you will be surprised. Every box will be completely unique and wonderful. My supply of Big Leaf Maple Burl is extraordinary. My supply of Buckeye is very good but there is a lot of variation in color. Currently I have some amazing Redwood Lace Burl. I will have to quote a price for each piece of Redwood Lace individually so you would then have to make an email request. I really do like to receive email communications about abstract orders. If you find the formula for figuring out what you want a bit confusing then email me with a dollar range for the piece and what you are looking for. I have thousands of happy customers. If you are a really picky person think twice before you order one of these. Finally, I am able to combine elements from different boxes. For instance, if you would like a Padauk heart for the key in any box, I can do it.
If you would like one of the keys from a basic theme box to be used in another box, I can do it. YES..I CAN DO WHATEVER YOU WISH....
Understanding Natural Burl Configuration
Burls are valuable and hard to come by. They are much like tumors and occur as large growths on certain trees. I have some extraordinary maple and buckeye burls. A beautiful burl is very much like a precious stone or piece of rare marble. Buckeye, maple burl and redwood burl are logged and cut retaining the natural bark edge of the tree. There can be only one natural edge on any box of buckeye or maple burl. The degree and character of natural edges occurs randomly. It is important that you understand that when you request a natural edge, there is no way to describe what your piece will look like.
What are abstract puzzle boxes?
Generally speaking my abstract boxes are made from unusual pieces of burl wood such as maple burl, buckeye burl or redwood burl. Burl woods often have as a feature a natural edge that comes from a cut at the outside of the tree. In each burl there is a limited number of pieces with a natural edge. Shown below are examples of boxes with and without a natural edge. They are only representative of the box you may actually receive since each box is made from a one of a kind burl. Boxes that are square or rectangular in shape without a natural edge will be a reasonable facsimile of the piece that is pictured. |
