RARE Custom Artisan Steve Rapp Signed Numbered Wood Box Native Bisbee Copper for Sale

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RARE Custom Artisan Steve Rapp Signed Numbered Wood Box Native Bisbee Copper For Sale

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RARE Custom Artisan Steve Rapp Signed Numbered Wood Box Native Bisbee Copper:
$145.00

Antique Lovers! I am a 20+ year sellerspecializing in vintage jewelry, antique Sterling Silver items, and other old treasures. I only pick the very best pieces for my customers so please view my other listings.

THIS LISTING IS FOR...this wonderful, hand crafted, Artisan - Steve Rapp, signed and numbered, custom wooden box. Steve\'s boxes sell in galleries from $300 to $1500. This is an early example from 2001. It is in MINT condition. I show photos from every side for you to see the perfect condition. It has a native Bisbee Copper inlay. It is marked \"Native Copper, Bisbee, Arizona - Indiana Walnut - Rapp with Wood Tm Custom Boxes - Aug. 2001 - SN838\" and signed by Steve. It measures 8 inches across by 4 inches high by 5 inches wide. Gorgeous craftsmanship. As usual, I show lots of photos for you so please view all photos for a true indication of the exact condition of this rare Artisan beauty. In the next paragraph I will share some information I found on the internet about the artist.

Steve began woodworking as a child under the tutelage of his father and uncle. As a young man, he surpassed their knowledge of wood and construction and began inventing his own techniques and designs. Steve\'s love of wood has been expressed in designing and building custom and studio furniture, lathe-turnings, rebuilding antiques, and making his functional signature boxes. He is a self-taught artisan with the necessary technical knowledge and skilled-hands in designing and producing the finest mixed-media boxes. No classes, no art instruction, no mentor…he is not burdened by the need for the teachings of a whimsical art form but utilizing his innovative imagination is Steve\'s connection with creativity is a shadow of nature\'s perfection.

Collecting and integrating nature\'s wonders have never ceased for Steve and are expressed in his box creations. As the box designs continue to evolve and become more complex, the use of epoxy and associated compounds pose a unique set of technical problems. Steve developed and implements a process which is temperamental, unforgiving and is dominant in this specialized art form.

One-of-a-kind, precisely-constructed, and maintenance free, each box has style and exhibits a connection with our earth and nature. Emphasis on rich grains of native and exotic woods that compliment highly-desired minerals, fossils, and artifacts result in customers saying “Wow, finally something new and exciting!” The boxes are heirloom quality collectibles. Steve\'s signature boxes are enjoyed in homes and businesses worldwide.