Indian basket knock off (NEW PICS!!!)

[DKMD]

I had chance to visit Jim Adkins at his house last year, and I got started on a Navajo wedding basket while I was there... Nearly a year later, I finally finished it! For those who don't know Jim, he's well known in turning circles for his wooden reproductions of Native American basket forms. My attempt should not be confused with the amazing works that Jim produces.

This is hard maple that has been turned and beaded on both sides... That's the easy part. From there, the pattern is laid out, and individual lines are burned about a millimeter apart to make the piece look like a woven basket. Copic markers are used to color the pattern.

This one is about 11.5 inches wide. Finished with Danish oil and Krylon UV resistant spray.

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[Kevin]

RE: Indian basket knock off

David, that is beautiful. I have no idea how one would go about something like that but it looks very tedious. I've seen his work too (I think it was even you who told me about him) and I can't tell yours from his. Would you mind loading them to the WB PB account? I will PM you the account info. That deserves to be seen in more detail.

 

[davduckman2010]

RE: Indian basket knock off

thats frickin amazeing ---mega talent

 

[kazuma78]

RE: Indian basket knock off

wow thats amazing! I love that kind of stuff! VERY well done!

 

[NYWoodturner]

RE: Indian basket knock off

Excellent work David! How many hours are in that thing? Absolutely beautiful

 

[barry richardson]

RE: Indian basket knock off

Beautiful! Looks like a ton of work, I think I would rather just try and weave a basket

 

[DKMD]

RE: Indian basket knock off

Thanks, y'all!

Kevin, the PB upload was a no go from my phone, and that's all I've got access to right now. Here's a close up shot:

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Scott, too many hours... Maybe 50? 75? I would just work into my eyes crossed then put it away for a while.

Barry, I think weaving would have been faster. If I get the urge to do another, I may see if there's a weaving class at the local college.

 

[419Tomb]

RE: Indian basket knock off

Another amazing piece, thanks for sharing!
Tom

 

[Kevin]

RE: Indian basket knock off

The Doc was gracious enough to allow me to upload larger pics to the WB PB account and update his OP. Look at the detail. Enjoy.

(Ken this belongs on our FB page as project of the month when you get a chance please.)

 

[ironman123]

50-75 hours....I think I would sharpen my "basket gouge". haha

It is a very nice peice.

Ray

 

[SENC]

Spectacular, Keller!