Barber Pole Walking Cane
This is the barber pole walking cane that i designed, barley twist hand carved hardwood and painted for a customer springtime 2018.
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This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.
Working alone, I state working alone because nearly everything that I design and make are works of art made by me alone and signed by me for 20+ years, Ralph produces furnishings and signs rebelling against "mechanical mediocrity" refusing to work within the limitations imposed by machines and produce objets d'art which can only be accomplished with many hours/days/weeks/months of hand tooling.
To summarize, I am an artisan, not merely a furniture maker. Thank you for your interest in my fascination.
PLPaula Leeds
For African wood Sculpture5.0I had a wonderful experience. I was happy with is communication skills. I love his work and I can't wait to see my next project.
DJDavid Jagger
For Karate God Busaganashi4.8I am extremely pleased with my Busaganashi. Working with Ralph was a pleasure and I would certainly work with him again on other projects and give him a strong recommendation for anyone looking for quality work.
- MC
Michael Contus
For Michael's Small carved cross5.0Ralph of Furnishings of Intoxicating Beauty was a pleasure to work with and the project turned out better than I even imagined. He is a true craftsman/artist, and it shows in the quality of his work. Ralph carefully considered the choice of materials and design elements while I planned the project.. and the piece is beautiful! I would without doubt work with him again on any custom wood working project in the future. Just a great experience!! Mike
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Nathaniel
For I owe you an apology4.8Ralph is a true artist. He will go above and beyond what you expect to make the project you really want. For him, quality is best and he will not cut on details.
I will definitely work again with him (I'm actually working with him on a project of 52 chess pieces), and am glad to have him to make this project come to reality.
The value you will get is extraordinary, as well as the professionalism and expertise you will benefit from when working with him. Timeliness and shipping also are on point.
Communication is essential and Ralph will keep you informed. Even when we had a small miscommunication (which wasted some of Ralph's time), he fixed the detail (even if he didn't need to) to give me an amazing piece!
I cannot give 6 stars (unfortunately, even though he deserves them) so I'll have to settle by giving Ralph 5 stars.
- JN
jerry Nuovo
For Pet Doberman Agility3.5Ralph was very helpful during the process. It was a bit slower than I thought it would be, but that probably reflects me and not Ralph. The final product looks great and I can't wait to see it. My only concern is that both Ralph and I are busy and it is difficult to get a day/time to have him deliver the final work. I would recommend that Custom Made include in their options a shipping option where the final product can be shipped to the client by overnight delivery. This way I could already be enjoying the final product which is a gift to my wife - I was hoping to give it to her for Valentine's Day
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