A Sugar Maple healed branch knot shaped around an irregular central void. The lightly fumed, warm, and highly figured maple wood is contrasted by aluminum set into the opening above a seal of blue epoxy, creating a floating metallic sky-like interruption within the organic structure of the wood.

Species
Sugar Maple

Scientific Name
Acer sacharrum

Estimated Age
75+ Years

Origin
Laurentian Forest, South-eastern Ontario

Formation
Healed Branch Knot

Natural Occurrence
Uncommon

Growth Characteristics

• Compressed Grain
• Distorted Grain
• Inverted/Entrapped Bark
• Highly Figured Grain
• Open Cavity

Chatoyancy
Moderate

Wood Treatment
Tannin Aging & Fume Darkening

Metal Inlay
Aluminum

Gemstone Inlay
None

Epoxy Inlay
Clear with Light Blue Backing

Epoxy Transition
Distinct

Final Surface
800 Grit

Finish
Pure Tung Oil, Oil-based Polyurethane & Renaissance Wax

Finish Feel
Natural / Tactile

Exterior Style
Intact Bark

Completed Form
Sculptural Tray

Year Created
2026

Scale
Medium

Weight
335g

Dimensions (L x W x H, inches)
7 x 6 x 1.75

Provenance
Nordkraft No. 013

Status
Available