Spalted Beech Box with Cherry Finial

A striking small box turned from spalted beech, its delicate patterning showcased by careful grain orientation and a clear, hand-rubbed finish that enhances depth without hiding the wood’s natural character. The lid is crowned with a turned cherry finial, offering a warm contrast in colour and a smooth, tactile focal point. Precision fit and subtle undercutting at the rim ensure an effortless, satisfying lift. Ideal as a jewellery box, keepsake vessel, or desktop accent, this one-off piece combines the dramatic lines of spalting with the timeless warmth of cherry—each box uniquely patterned and finished in my studio.