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Arbutus is a genus of 12 accepted species of flowering plants in the family Ericaceae, native to temperate regions of the Mediterranean, western Europe, the Canary Islands and North America, and commonly called madrones or strawberry trees.

Madrona burl is highly prized as a decorative veneer, while Madrona lumber is a very dense and finely-grained hardwood that’s similar in appearance to fruitwoods. The wood burns long and hot, and as a result it is also used for firewood and charcoal.

Madrone’s botanical species name, menziesii, is in honor of Scottish botanist Archibald Menzies, who discovered the tree in 1792.

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You won't see another one like this, truly a unique vintage offering. Stop by the store and check it out. We could carefully ship this piece via UPS Ground. Very solid and heavy, and ready to create a memorable feature in your living room or den.

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The weaving of baskets is as old as the history of humankind. Baskets are a part of human cultural heritage and have been made by Native Americans and many other separate cultures all around the world for many thousands of years. There is general agreement that Native American Indians have created some of the finest baskets in history.

Humans have created baskets and vessels for food, water and tools since ancient times. Today, pine needle basket makers are still using the original coiling and stitching method that Native American people once did. These baskets are made by coiling and stitching the soaked pine needles together. The stitching material on these pine needle basket is raffia. A blunt tapestry needle is usually used to stitch the coils together. Various decorative stitches were used to create patterns on the side of the basket.

To maintain your basket, use a very gentle vacuum cleaner; one-inch paint brush, feather duster or lint-free cloth to remove dust and dirt.

Myrtlewood is a fine-grained figured hardwood, very tough, that grows in a small region of the Pacific Northwest coast. The color of the wood varies from cool taupe gray to gold, cream, yellow, and brown shades.

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The weaving of baskets is as old as the history of humankind. Baskets are a part of human cultural heritage and have been made by Native Americans and many other separate cultures all around the world for many thousands of years. There is general agreement that Native American Indians have created some of the finest baskets in history.

Humans have created baskets and vessels for food, water and tools since ancient times. Today, pine needle basket makers are still using the original coiling and stitching method that Native American people once did. These baskets are made by coiling and stitching the soaked pine needles together. The stitching material on these pine needle basket is raffia. A blunt tapestry needle is usually used to stitch the coils together. Various decorative stitches were used to create patterns on the side of the basket.

To maintain your basket, use a very gentle vacuum cleaner; one-inch paint brush, feather duster or lint-free cloth to remove dust and dirt.

Myrtlewood is a fine-grained figured hardwood, very tough, that grows in a small region of the Pacific Northwest coast. The color of the wood varies from cool taupe gray to gold, cream, yellow, and brown shades.

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The artist, Ron Clemens, started out as a woodworker and then shifted into stained glass creations. The elegant custom walnut frame was handcrafted by Mr. Clemens.

This one-of-a-kind piece is the LAST one of his art pieces that we will ever have!

Click the pics to enjoy the incredible craftsmanship.

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Measures 33.5 X 26.5 inches, including the handsome custom walnut frame crafted for the piece. $3350.

Regular UPS shipping is NOT available for this piece. We can gladly hold the piece after purchase for local pickup by a friend, or for a private courier service that will be using their own wrap/boxing. Your local contact can then take the piece to a UPS store for their wrap/boxing. Or, schedule a road trip to us and take this piece home in your private car. Please contact us with any shipping questions about this totally unique and very fragile piece.

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The best way to appreciate these shades is in person. Please come in to the gallery and check them out on a variety of lamps, or bring your own lamp in and we will try on the ones you like.

Or, please contact us, and we can share photos of exact stock to choose from currently.

We offer them in many patterns, in four sizes measured straight across the shade base:

• 16" $155
• 18" $165
• 20" $175
• 24" $195

Please note that special care is taken to ship these lampshades. When we do ship them, a $20 boxing fee is included. UPS ground shipping applies beyond that.

For the very large 24" shade, the boxing fee is $30.

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