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A Little Piece of Woodturner's Art1987
There is something wonderfully personal about an object shaped by hand.
The natural grain of the wood, the gentle curves, and the carefully chosen proportions all reveal a little of the maker's creative vision.
This beautiful vintage oak bud vase, dated 1987, is a charming example of decorative woodturning.
Crafted from richly grained oak, the vase features a gently rounded, sculptural base that rises into a slender, elongated neck before opening into a gracefully flared, asymmetrical mouth.
The warm honey-brown finish highlights the beautiful character of the oak, with its natural grain flowing vertically along the vase and creating a subtle decorative pattern.
At its center rests a removable clear glass tube insert, allowing the wooden vase to hold a single flower stem or small botanical arrangement without placing water directly against the wood.
The underside bears a handwritten marking reading HT 1987 OAK, identifying its hand-turned construction, date, and wood type.
Its beautiful organic shape makes it equally appealing displayed empty as a small wooden sculpture.
🌿 Why We Chose This Piece
We have always been drawn to pieces that celebrate the natural beauty of wood.
What caught our attention about this little vase was its unusual silhouette. The gracefully flared top almost resembles a flower opening toward the sunlight, while the narrow neck and softly rounded base give it a wonderfully balanced appearance.
The rich oak grain brings warmth and movement to the design.
We also love that the maker took the time to mark the underside with the wood type and year.
Created in 1987, this little vase has the individual character of an object made to be both useful and beautiful.
Its natural coloring and sculptural form work wonderfully with mid-century modern, Scandinavian-inspired, rustic, cottage, and botanical 6 inches (15.24 cm)
Width: 2.25 inches (5.72 cm)
Item Details
Maker: Unknown independent woodturner
Year: 1987
Material: Oak wood
Construction: Hand-turned, as identified by marking
Color: Warm honey-brown
Finish: Smooth, polished appearance
Shape: Sculptural vase with asymmetrical flared opening
Insert: Removable clear glass tube included
Marking: HT 1987 OAK
Style: Organic Modern, Mid-Century-Inspired, Rustic
Quantity: One wooden vase with glass insert
Condition
This vintage oak vase retains its beautiful natural wood grain and warm polished appearance.
Light surface scratches, small marks, and age-related finish wear are present, consistent with its history as a previously displayed handcrafted piece.
The underside retains the handwritten marking identifying the year and wood type.
The removable clear glass insert is included and appears intact in the photographs.
Please examine all photographs carefully for the exact condition and unique natural characteristics of the wood.
Photographs show the actual item you will receive.
Collector's Note
Hand-turned wooden objects have a special appeal because they preserve something of the maker's individual craftsmanship.
Each variation in grain, curve, and surface gives the finished piece a personality all its own.
This 1987 oak bud vase brings together the warmth of natural wood and the simplicity of an elegant sculptural design.
Its included glass insert makes it especially appealing for displaying a single flower, a favorite garden cutting, or a delicate arrangement of seasonal stems.
Whether placed on a bookshelf, windowsill, writing desk, or among a collection of handcrafted wooden treasures, this charming vase offers a lovely example of late-20th-century woodcraft.
A small piece of woodturner's artistry, ready to begin its next chapter.
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