just the basics

Personally I like it without but I'm not a big filial person so <grain of salt>.

Its sort of a neat conjunction of refined shape with the wild grain giving it a hint of rustic, I think the filial detracts from the latter part of it for me.
 
Very nice piece, Stephen! I do like finials on such pieces, but IMO they need to contrast darker not lighter. This one would probably look less oddly out of place if it was ebonized.

EDIT: Oops, just saw Jeff's reply. I guess I should read everything BEFORE posting!)
 
Thanks again all. This finial was just one i had sitting around,not one that was made for this.I also agree if i make one for this it will be black. Mohammad i've never gotten you to show your stuff,as much as i've tried.:D But i don't believe what you said about your stuff, no matter how many times you say it.:D:rofl: Remember there are a few folks that have seen your work, and if they say it's top of the line,i'm inclined to believe them.:thumb:
 
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