Macrotomy a process in science of taking slices through an object find out more about it.
This is a piece of Hazel from a 'coppiced hazel stool', which is a multi-stem rooting system that will live definitely long if it cut back to the ground every 15-20 years. This habit evolved in hazel and many other native hardwoods when the land was roamed by large herbivores.
Every piece of wood is different - this one had several small knots from little branches - the complex form came from the need to reinforce the those parts but passing other over them... and the sculpture emerged.
Time to grow: c. 7 years
Time in workshop: 1 week
Material: Steam-Bent Hazel, Limestone from the forest, reclaimed stainless steel and reclaimed felt.
Size: 52.3cm x 50cm x 30cm