Lot 238: A Framed Craft Supplies Woodturning Species Identification Poster
Sold for: £4
A large rectangular educational reference poster titled CRAFT SUPPLIES, published by Craft Supplies Ltd of Derbyshire. The poster serves as a specialist guide to exotic wood species for the craft industry and musical instrument trade. It features 72 photographic examples of turned wooden bowls, each accompanied by technical text detailing common and scientific names, geographic origin, and timber characteristics. Visible species include Acacia, Asian Striped Ebony, Banksia Nut, Black Bean, Bubinga, Cocobolo, African Ebony, Lignum Vitae, Lime, London Plane, Khaya Mahogany, African Padauk, and Zebrano. The poster is mounted behind glazing within a light-toned wooden frame. Printed text at the bottom right reads: CRAFT SUPPLIES, SPECIALIST SUPPLIER OF EXOTIC WOOD TO THE CRAFT INDUSTRY AND MUSICAL INSTRUMENT TRADE, followed by the address CRAFT SUPPLIES LTD, THE MILL, MILLER’S DALE, NR BUXTON, DERBYSHIRE SK17 8SN, with associated telephone, fax, and website details.
Condition report:
The wooden frame shows surface wear, scuffing, and minor indentations to the edges (photo 1). The glazing exhibits a significant horizontal linear reflection or surface mark across the centre-left area (photo 1). The poster itself shows signs of cockling and rippling behind the glass, particularly evident in the central and lower portions, likely due to past moisture exposure or environmental changes (photo 3). The printed content remains legible throughout.
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