Dragon’s Fire

Abstract sculpture carved from black oak burl. The downed tree was 350 years old from Haddonfield,NJ. 34″H x 14″W x 7″D Sand-textured and dyed black with an oil finish.

This sculpture is a tall, vertically oriented abstract wood form composed of a continuous, flowing twist. It is carved from white oak, sandblasted and dyed with deep reddish-brown tones and dramatic, visible grain that wraps around the curves, emphasizing motion and growth.

The form rises from a solid base and unfolds upward in a series of smooth, ribbon-like bends and hollows. The negative spaces are just as important as the solid mass, creating a sense of lightness despite the density of the material. A darker accent line traces along the edges and contours, visually sharpening the curves and guiding the eye upward through the piece.

Overall, the sculpture conveys movement, balance, and organic rhythm—almost like a frozen wave, a spiraling vine, or a body in motion. The finish is polished and refined, highlighting craftsmanship while allowing the natural character of the wood to remain central.

Elegant abstract sculpture carved from a 90 Lb white oak log down to 5 lbs. Turned on a wood lathe, carved, sanded and sandblasted. Dyed burgundy to showcase the grain lines and the medullary rays. Finished with Danish oil. Dims: 8″ diameter x 21″ Tall.