The chance to see and touch and investigate so many thousands of square feet of Early Oak carving, in one place doesn't happen every day. So, I took the day today for a trip to Paul Fitzsimmon's - A Life in Oak auction viewing.
Every inch a joy. For a carver and furniture maker, like me, the opportunity could not be missed.
To see the backsides, the underneaths, the details which may not be shown in full photos. A few hours well spent.
Somewhat sad, but infinitely interesting were the lots I saw last; collections of parts. Spare bits from a life in oak. Maybe they will find their missing bits one day, or someone will make the missing parts once more.
Well done Paul, for all your hard work; collecting, researching, contributing so much to the understanding of Early Oak furniture!
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