This decorative platter was turned from hard maple and has a wide rim that has been decorated with teal, blue, purple, and silver acrylic paints. The paints were applied in a wet layer, pulled through one another and allowed to interact, creating all kinds of intricate cells and patterns. Although teal is the predominant colour, the other colours provide the most interest. The paint was then top-coated with several layers of high gloss polyurethane to provide protection and depth to the final finish. The back of the platter features a ogee curve and a small ring foot that raises the form off of the surface that it sits on. The bottom of the foot has been decorated with a textured medallion which serve to demonstrate that the bottom of the platter was turned with as much care and attention to detail as the rest of the piece.