This is a sold box that I'm relisting as a made-to-order item. Please allow 2-3 weeks for the box to be completed and shipped.
This top is from one of my prized slabs of figured Claro Walnut. Matched with Mahogany for the sides. The colors in the top are touched on in the mocha velvet lining. Unlike most of my boxes which I finish to a high polish, I felt this piece would be best served with a soft, satin finish.
Nothing better shows the quality of work and finish on a box than video so I take quick videos when I can. Please see video of this box here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NIASv-RmMmg
The joinery on this box is miters with Walnut miter keys which have a dual purpose in adding both a decorative element as well as making the miter joint stronger.
The padded lining is upholstered with a high-quality mocha velvet fabric.
Finished with a variety of products to enhance the grain as well as provide a satin appearance. Finishing is the most variable and potentially complex part of woodworking. I easily spend the majority of time in my builds in finishing. Many stages... many products are involved in order to achieve what you see in my final products.
Photos taken with flash.
Exterior Dimensions: 10" x 7" x 4.5"
Interior Dimensions: 9" x 6.25" x 3.5"
Depth of Bottom Portion of Box: 2.5″
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On the undersides of all my boxes you'll find my own, unique, label which I spent months having custom designed and commissioned through a printer for my heirloom boxes.
I generally ship my orders within 24 hours of payment received (and cleared if check/echeck) via USPS Priority Mail. I ship internationally frequently and I ship USPS International Priority. Please note that I will refund any overage on International Shipping costs. You pay exact shipping only.
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