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Artisan Watch Box

$4,000
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Commissioned watch box which I was given full liberty in design and wood selection. This box has 15 different woods used to create a artistic work which has a "Old Word/Black Forest" feel. A type of work which would have been presented to a emperor in past time. Inlayed green abalone and mother of pearl are also incorporated. Crushed pearl in ebony artwork of a great horned owl "the watch guardian" resides on the interior of the lid. The box has the best hardware made and is completely lockable. Figured woods include quilted big leaf maple, Hawaiian Koa and Mango, claro walnut, bocote and mahogany. The trees which anchor the 4 corners were hand carved from claro walnut.

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Mark Porter

Mark Porter

Mark Alan Artisan Woods

White Bluff, TN
Member since: 2013
5.0
25 Maker Reviews

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    This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.

Creative, Inspired wood art from Mark Alan Artisan Woods. Now specializing in "Custom Artisan Engagement Ring Boxes"
"Master Wood Artisan" Mark A. Porter resides in White Bluff, TN. His art has found homes in more than 25 US States and 8 Countries throughout the world. "Most of my work is a one of a kind original never to be duplicated. I use different woods ranging from reclaimed
barnwood to exotic burls. I design and create products that look and feel custom made. Some of my work is designed to be functional. Others are purely artistic. Browse my portfolio to get a feel of the time and passion I put into my art. Olympian Eric Liddell I think best worded it in 1924. He said: "I know God made me for a purpose, but he also made me fast. When I run I feel His pleasure."
When I become immersed in my art, I to can feel His pleasure. I hope my work brings a smile to your face!
Due to work loads I am only accepting "Custom Engagement Ring Boxes" by commission at this time. Please let me know if you would like for me to create a one of a kind ring box for you.
Thank You!
Mark

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    Cortney Smith

    For Artisan Jewelry Box Mahogany & Walnut Burl
    5.0

    Mark was wonderful to work with! He was very clear with how long it would take and he delivered exactly when he said he would. The custom watch box he produced is absolutely gorgeous. The wood is beautiful and rich, and the compartments are perfectly proportioned and useful. I absolutely recommend Mark for any custom woodwork and I hope to work with him again!

  • Jenean EberhardtJE

    Jenean Eberhardt

    For Wood signage for Main St business
    5.0

    No complaints! From start to finish- great and timely communication, complete with photos and a timeline. I let Mark have creative control with this project. He knows what he is doing and clearly loves what he does!

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    Amanda Cook

    For Barnwood Trays
    5.0

    The wooden serving tray is exactly what I wanted. Beautiful and rustic. Would definitely buy from him again.

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    Brian Wolf

    For Engagement Ring Box
    5.0

    I can't recommend Mark enough, as the 5-star rating would indicate.

    Mark was a joy to work with. I'd seen a picture of a key-themed engagement ring box he'd made for another couple, and I contacted him for a quote. I submitted a sketch of an idea I had, and he took it above and beyond what I'd imagined.
    I told him when I wanted to pop the question, and he made sure I had the box in plenty of time. For a custom box, his lead time was very reasonable.
    The box wasn't 'cheap', but the value is substantial. It is of heirloom quality, a work of art, and will make a wonderful, sentimental conversation piece.

    If I get turned down, it won't be because the box wasn't awesome.

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    Alisa Iantosca

    For Barnwood Trays
    5.0

    A+ all around. I've never used this website before and was pleasantly surprised by how quickly Mark responded to my request as well as the fact that I actually got to see progress photos. It was so interesting! The customized tray that I ordered as a wedding gift was created and delivered to my doorstep very quickly with complete communication from Mark the whole time. I would definitely recommend him and his work - very true to the photos and seem to be high quality.

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