My hand-crafted spinning tops are generally composed of three basic parts: the handle to the spinning tops, the main body and the tip. These three components - in connection with the choice of combinations made possible by the variety of different materials I use in my work - present an ongoing challenge for me to create even more new variations from the infinity of possibilities. The material I work with is mainly homogeneous wood such as ebenoy, various kind of rosewood and other types of hardwood (for further reading on the history of the “edo” spinning top I suggest Toshio Ishii’s book EDOGOMA, Tokio 1993).


Furthermore, for some time now my interest has been attracted by other materials - materials rather non-typical for the woodturner, such as bone, amber and roebuck antler, which I like to incorporate into my spinning top “compositions” in an harmonious way. My basic skills as a goldsmith and other crafts contribute to my work and lend an individual, very personal touch to my spinning tops. Further information may be found at my web site.

Web: http://www.spinningtop.de/

Location: Germany - Mirkelweg

Desc: Spinning top, from the top maker and artist Armin Kolb
Masterly worked Spinning Top,made out of different selected material. Turned wooden Top a fascinating item for collectors. Artistry in wood,bone,silver and emerald.

Category: Wood Crafts

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