Hand-Turned Wooden Top Hat • Curved Brim

This distinctive wooden top hat showcases Brian Butler’s remarkable ability to shape wood with balance, precision, and style. Crafted from a single piece of timber, the hat features a tall, smooth crown and a gently curved brim that gives the piece its elegant silhouette. The natural grain shifts in warm golden tones, creating visual movement that enhances the form without overpowering it. Finished to a soft sheen, this sculptural hat stands as a striking example of craftsmanship, attention to form, and the artistry of traditional woodturning.

Brian Butler, based in Morganton, North Carolina, is a master woodturner celebrated for transforming raw wood into finely crafted sculptural forms. His work often incorporates natural inclusions and stone inlays, honoring the imperfections and history of the material. With a deep respect for craftsmanship and detail, Butler creates pieces that are both refined and organically expressive.