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Long cleft oak bench

The nature of wood grain is to curve or spiral in growth. A riven length will usually show this character to some extent. This bench has minimal twist, yet just enough to offer the experience of slightly different seating postures.

Finding wood suitable for bench lengths is difficult. These were lucky local finds.  

Naturally shaped 2-seater bench.

​Meandering grain within a log produces shapes less classical, with un-predictable results.  The wedge profile is consistent with the radial splitting process and can logically be made use of for a good sitting posture with a slight forward tilt. 
(Flared legs are sourced from the bottom of the tree, where the straighter trunk opens out into supporting roots.)

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Riven, coloured and carved.

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