Big Leaf Maple Burl Bowl

I turned this 7 inch diameter, 2.5 inch deep bowl from a piece of Oregon Big Leaf Maple originally cut for firewood. (Click on any image to enlarge)

To live content with small means; to seek elegance rather than luxury, and refinement rather than fashion; to be worthy, not respectable; and wealthy, not rich; to study hard, think quietly, talk gently, act frankly… this is my way. (Anonymous)