Sphere Shaped Turned Wooden Box nova scotia One of them--GDA--based in Limoges

One of them--GDA--based in Limoges

The black patterned banding near the opening and base give this smart little vase an added layer of detail and polish

but I still think they're pretty beautiful birds - especially in flight

I think they make the perfect pieces for serving cocktail hour snacks

Sphere Shaped Turned Wooden Box nova scotia One of them--GDA--based in LimogesSo many wonderful wooden boxes in the world! I only occasionally come across sphere shaped boxes like this one, and snatch them up whenever I do; just such a satisfying form, and pretty handy too. There is a bit of a tendency of round boxes like this to warp as the wood expands and contracts; this one fits together nicely at the moment, but if it is very humid it might need a quick pop in the freezer to correct a bit of expansion. Really lovely, with