Maple Burl Sculpture

This Maine Maple Burl sculpture has a remarkable sense of tension and movement, almost as if the form is hovering midair. The natural voids, spalting and live edge contours give it an organic weathered character, while smooth flowing body reveals a high level of intentional shaping and control. What makes this piece especially compelling is the way the outer edges turn under themselves rather than simply tapering to a thin rim. The curl inward creates a unique shadow line.