In the Middle Ages map makers moved to the 16 point rose complaining that sailors didn't have the education to understand the 32
point design. The 16 point rose has the uncomfortable number of 22 1/2° between points, but is easily found by halving divisions &
was simpler for those not using a 360° circle. Today all Chart Roses whether 8, 16 or 32 points are referred to as a Compass Rose.
point design. The 16 point rose has the uncomfortable number of 22 1/2° between points, but is easily found by halving divisions &
was simpler for those not using a 360° circle. Today all Chart Roses whether 8, 16 or 32 points are referred to as a Compass Rose.
| This 16 point Compass Rose Inlay shown above is called the "Vanessa". The woods used above are Mahogany, Maple & White Oak. Below are several color variations of the same Inlay. Please click any of the pictures for close ups. |
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The Wind Rose Hardwood Inlay above is quite an attention getter! The materials in it are: Santos Mahogany, Curly Santos
Mahogany, White Curly Maple, Wenge & Zebrawood. Inset pics show the "wear layer", a no letter variation & super close up
Mahogany, White Curly Maple, Wenge & Zebrawood. Inset pics show the "wear layer", a no letter variation & super close up
Made with White Maple, Royal Mahogany, Quarter Sawn Red Shingle Oak, Super White Curly Maple and Illinois Black Walnut. This Inlay
is in a clients home in Ireland! The Nautical Style goes great inside in a floor or outside on a deck or even on a boat deck or wall.
is in a clients home in Ireland! The Nautical Style goes great inside in a floor or outside on a deck or even on a boat deck or wall.
| The Compass Rose Floor Medallion above is another Color variation of the "Vanessa". The materials in it are: Mahogany, Red Oak, Quarter Sawn Red Oak, American Cherry and Walnut. This is a 24" size, but any size you may need can be made custom for you. |
| This inlay is the "Mason". It is all hand made with hand carved letters. It can be made in any woods, used in any location and there are many custom variations of it . |
This inlay features hand carved letters. The small defects give it that organic look so
many people love. I can use a router for perfect machine letters if you prefer. The
pictures are before the inlay is filled and finished so it will only look better installed!
many people love. I can use a router for perfect machine letters if you prefer. The
pictures are before the inlay is filled and finished so it will only look better installed!
Water proof adhesives, marine ply, along
with Decking grade woods and a durable
finish allow for outdoor use of the Inlays!
with Decking grade woods and a durable
finish allow for outdoor use of the Inlays!
The Inlay is made with Padauk,White Maple
American Cherry, Curly Maple and Walnut
American Cherry, Curly Maple and Walnut
Kiely Wind Rose 1
Rinaldi Wind Rose 2
Compass Rose the "Vanessa"
Compass Rose "Vanessa"
Compass Roses
Compass Rose Styles
| Rinaldi_2LT |
| Rinaldi_3 LM |
| Vanessa - Mi Sun |
| Vanessa_LT3 |
| Mason_Van |
| Flynn |
| Baker |
| Holten_2LT |
| Holten |
| Vanessa_LT4 |
| Vanessa_LT2 |
| Vanessa_LT1 |
| Kiely_LM0 |
| Dodge |
| Kiely_LT1 |
| Kiely_LM2 |
| Mason LT1F |
| Vanessa_LT |
A compass rose is a figure showing the orientation of the cardinal directions, North, South, East & West on a map
or nautical chart. The "rose" term comes from the compass points fairly ornate figures used with early compasses.
The idea for the Compass Rose came from the Wind Rose which had 8 points for the 8 main winds. With the advent
of the compass in the 13 century the new rose was broken down into 32 points - the directions of the eight major
winds, the eight half-winds & the sixteen quarter-winds.
or nautical chart. The "rose" term comes from the compass points fairly ornate figures used with early compasses.
The idea for the Compass Rose came from the Wind Rose which had 8 points for the 8 main winds. With the advent
of the compass in the 13 century the new rose was broken down into 32 points - the directions of the eight major
winds, the eight half-winds & the sixteen quarter-winds.
| Tuck Compass Rose |
| Ose Compass Rose |
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