An exploration into fragility, this piece was driven by the process. The piece utilises a finish for the london plane, which involved a blue dye and scorching.  A simple casket design was created, then scorched to corrupt its form, the damaged area taken as a cue for further shaping.  After the sculptural form was resolved, some additional brass splints were used to support the structure, overtly signally a weakness but also a beauty in its boldness. 
 
This is a unique piece.
 
Built from london plane, brass and leather.