Vintage Charles Elkan Burl Wood Box Live Edge Maple Oregon Michael Elkan Era 4\" For Sale

Up for sale is a stunning, authentic vintage artisan keepsake box hand-crafted by master woodworker Charles Elkan out of Silverton, Oregon. Heavily intertwined with the legendary Pacific Northwest Studio Craft movement, Charles operated his own highly regarded woodcraft studio alongside his wife Mona, closely mirroring the iconic style popularized by his brother, Michael Elkan.This piece is an incredible example of organic, form-fitting woodwork. It is masterfully shaped from a single block of premium Oregon Maple Burl, showcasing beautiful, tight birdseye clusters and dense, swirling spalted grain patterns.Design & Craftsmanship:
Following the pure Studio Craft philosophy, the lid and base seamlessly fit back together along the wood\'s natural, live-edge split. The interior hollow perfectly replicates the organic exterior contours. The box includes its original historical paper insert bearing the Charles Elkan studio information.Dimensions:

• Width: 4 inches
• Depth: 3.5 inches
• Height: 2 inches

Condition:
Excellent vintage condition with a beautiful, deep natural luster. The wood is structurally sound with no structural cracks or warping. The live-edge split fits together precisely as intended by the artist. (Please examine all high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic condition).