This fine handmade box was inspired by the central motif of Jinny Beyer's Ray of Light quilt. The pieces in the design were cut from solid wood, including   wenge, purpleheart, padauk, and maple.  All the colors are the natural colors of the wood finished with clear lacquer.  Gary White, the maker, is an accomplished woodworker and box maker.  Throughout his 20 year Air Force career he traveled the world collecting woods and learning woodworking techniques. His handmade boxes have become quite popular and are highly prized by collectors.