Tea Chest
The sides are Curly Maple with Caribbean Rosewood trim and feet. The Rosewood is also used for the top frame. All finished with Tung Oil. The top features Birdseye Maple, cut on a diagonal and formed into a four-panel match. This is finished with Tung Oil and french polished Shellac.
Material
- maple
- oak
Type
- wood
Meet the Maker
Nicholas Phillips
Affine Creations
I'm a woodworker specializing in the interpretations of household items. I use my mathematics background to design jewelry and keepsake boxes, clocks, tool boxes and items for entertaining. I execute all aspects of the creation of all my works, starting with the selection of the wood up through the finishing. A quality and creative finish is of paramount importance to me. Along with using oils to bring out the depth of the wood and shellac and lacquer to provide a protective gloss, I'm always experimenting with dyes to add color when warranted.
The collaborative process of a custom made work permits me to use my craft as a means of communication. I enjoy to work with a potential client to refine the combined vision and in the end deliver that unique work that complements their environment.