Robert Gehrke

oil painting | freestanding + relief sculpture | wood crafts

 
 
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Spin Top & Plate Green Yellow Pink

Twist spin top is lathe turned and painted from resin blank with brass rod in center shaft and delrin plastic tip. Top spin plate is formed from cell cast acrylic sheet, lathe turned and painted. Spin plate attaches to dyed oak base by magnet.

Top spins between thumb and index fingers. Takes a bit of practice and may be difficult for those under age six. This top spins for up to 2 minutes.

Among the world's oldest toys, tops have a simple and magical allure.

2.5" H x 6" diameter
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