Footsteps to Heaven – Curtis Pieratt

Description

Footsteps to Heaven by Curtis Pieratt

Black Redwood Burl Slab – 22” x 12” – Ancient Burl Cut from Aptos, Ca.

Material: Black Redwood Burl

Dimensions: 22” W x 12” H x1 1/2”

Type: Wall mount or flat display

Finish: Natural surface with a rich sheen; minimal finish required

Origin: Aptos, California (from a rare burl, privately milled)

Status: Available – part of a small batch (half a dozen from same stock)

Description: This rare, richly figured black redwood burl slab—titled “Footsteps to Heaven”—is a true natural relic. Estimated to be nearly 2,000 years old, this dense, deeply colored cut was discovered in Aptos, California, and held in private for years until finally milled to reveal its glowing heart.

The surface is laced with spider-like black veining, offering a visual depth and mystique that has to be seen in person. It’s dense, stable, and stunning—whether used as wall art, a table centerpiece, or raw stock for fine projects like knife handles, pens, gearshift knobs, charcuterie boards for displaying any type of food that needs a display board.

Where to see more art by Curtis Pieratt online:

See all works by this artist on the Santa Cruz Art Expressions’ artist bio page for Curtis Pieratt 

How to see more in person:

See all works in person at Santa Cruz Art Expressions every First Friday from 5-9pm in Downtown Santa Cruz

Contact Santa Cruz Art Expressions to schedule private viewings