Birch and pine contemporary lidded sculpture II

This image showcases a striking, modernist sculptural piece with a sleek, polished black, painted pine wood base and body. The black part curves gracefully upward, evoking a sense of fluid motion or perhaps the elegant neck of a swan or a similar bird. This organic curve contrasts sharply with the natural, unfinished birch wood element perched near the top. The wooden piece is rounded and bulbous, resembling a spinning top or a stylized vessel, held steady by a horizontal rod extending from the black structure.

The harmonious contrast between materials—black lacquered smoothness against raw, warm wood—adds a tactile richness and a dialogue between nature and craftsmanship. 

Artistically, this piece bridges minimalist sculpture with a craft object, inviting viewers to ponder balance, tension, and the relationship of natural materials with industrial-style finish. The upward curve paired with the suspended wooden element could be interpreted as a metaphor for support, upliftment, or the delicate equilibrium found in nature and design.

Made in Newton Abbot, Devon by L.C.D. Turning.

Dimensions: 28cm tall, base 18cm x 7cm, bowl 9cm x 7cm