An elegant, understated organic artwork, this natural wood candleholder is the result of my interest in wabi sabi, a Zen philosophy based the appreciation of the old & imperfect...a celebration of impermanence found in natural objects. Ideally, the artist's input is minimal, serving more as a presenter of the object rather than the creator. When I find a weather-worn stump, a branch or a piece of driftwood floating in the lake, I let it sit in my studio for a while. I view from differing angles & ponder its repurposing. Is it a bowl or a candle holder or a wall hanging with no function other than its intrinsic natural beauty? Truly one of a kind...each piece I create is carefully cleaned & brushed to remove dirt & the soft wood, then lightly sanded to smooth out the rough spots. Patience is required as the wood's purpose reveals itself during this process. The wood is fed with a blend of oils & allowed to sit as it absorbs the oils. I then hand wax the piece two times, buffing to bring out the much-prized luster that only hand-finished wood can reveal. Unfortunately, photos do not show the true richness of the oiling & waxing process. I used a varnish/urethane finish on an early piece & while it looked nice, the result was no match for a hand-rubbed finish. I feel it is worth the extra time & effort to showcase the wood's natural beauty. I think you will, too! Overall size is 11 long x 6 wide x 4high. A single 2 1/16 hole is bored into the log to securely hold the 2'diameter x 2 high refillable borosilicate glass candle. These are high-quality candles & they look so much more classy than cheap white tealights. A FREE 32 oz. bottle of clean burning paraffin lamp oil is included with this candle holder. This piece has a truly unique shape & the patina & luster created by oiling & waxing is outstanding! An inviting addition to your home decor, providing a warm glow to your dining or coffee table. Enjoy! Please take a look at my other artworks & fashion accessories: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ChasOttoliniDesigns?ref=hdr_shop_menu Candle Holder // Centerpiece Natural Wood Driftwood Reclaimed Wood Glass Candles Wabi Sabi Lamp Oil