"Passion"

From "Symbols of Person, Series 1", this is "Passion." 5 1/2 in. diameter x 1 in. depth, ogee bowl, made from maple burl. Pyrographized, and gilded with 24k gold.

Though better seen in person then in the photo, the pyro- work is done in what I call "directional stippling," which adds character to the flames. Like other pieces in this series, the design folds over the edge to draw the eye to both sides of the piece.

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