Cherry Divided Carrier
Jeffrey Neil$90.00
Divided carriers were used for various purposed throughout the years including bringing herbs in from the gardens as well as carriers for silverware and condiments.
- 12 3/4″long x 9″wide x 4 5/8″high
- Made in TN
In stock
Description
Using the methods of old Shaker craftsmen, artist Jeffrey Neil uses thin wood strips that are made with a cut finger pattern. Hot water soaking makes this wood pliable, and the wood is bent to an oval shape in a single motion. Copper tacks in the fingers fix the oval shape. The top and bottom are secured with wooden pegs.
Jeff Neil is a woodworker specializing in fine wood boxes made in his Gray, TN workshop.
Description
Using the methods of old Shaker craftsmen, artist Jeffrey Neil uses thin wood strips that are made with a cut finger pattern. Hot water soaking makes this wood pliable, and the wood is bent to an oval shape in a single motion. Copper tacks in the fingers fix the oval shape. The top and bottom are secured with wooden pegs.
