This heart would make the perfect 50th anniversary gift present idea. It would make the perfect present for any occasion. I am Gary Burns the treewiz or Wiz. It measures 17" tall x 14 12" wide x 3 1/2" thick. This is really a unique piece to me!! I hardly ever see Madrone burl. This piece started out pretty gnarly. The last two photos are of the piece before I started. And it's really thick. There are some interesting voids. I filled most of the cracks. They just add to the gnarliness.
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A burl is usually caused by the trees reaction to an agro bacteria. It is sort of like a wart on a person. It doesn't affect the tree. It grows outside of the growth rings. I got this piece not too long ago and it was dry and ready to go. It has some signs of beetle larva that I treated. And I filled the holes and channels. This piece is flat on the back so it can hang on the wall. I have fastened a self leveling hanger for hanging and I signed it Wiz on the back.
Frequently Asked Questions
Care instructions
All of my carvings have a lacquer finish. Dusting with a feather duster or blowing off with a compressor is all that is necessary on the carved trees, fish and carved faces. I use Orange oil on the smooth surfaces. This will perk them up. I would do it as often as you polish your furniture. Once a month would keep them looking great but is not necessary.
When will I get my purchased carving?
I will contact you as soon as I get your order. I will package it that day or the next. I take it to the Post Office the next morning. If I get an order on Friday afternoon, Saturday or Sunday it will be in Monday mornings mail.
How will my carving be shipped?
I use Priority United States postal service mail.
Do you ship outside of the US?
I do ship outside of the US. I need to know the carving that you are interested in and your complete shipping address. I will figure what it costs to ship to your address and make the changes to the listing so that you can make the purchase.