Maple round cookie – Thick Cut – Burl, Spikes, Spalted, Burl Pattern, curling

When you look at this spalted maple cookie, you’ll be greeted with a visually captivating display of contrasting colors and patterns. The growth rings, still showcasing the characteristic creamy white to light golden tones of maple, are now intertwined with darker, intricate lines and streaks. These dark lines represent the unique patterns created by the spalting process, where fungi create marbled designs within the wood. The combination of the regular grain pattern of maple with the irregular spalting lines results in a harmonious yet mesmerizing appearance that adds a touch of artistic flair to the wood’s end grain.