The boxes – plain, or decorated with accents and inlays – are good to look at, a pleasure to touch, and some woods even have their own subtle scent. Turn the boxes in the light to appreciate the shifting pattern of the grain.

Useful as well as ornamental, the boxes have tight-fitting lids, some hinged and lockable – and some with ‘puzzle’ tops.

Roger would be pleased to discuss commissions – he makes larger pieces and furniture too – and welcomes comments on his work.

Buy with an interest-free 'Collectorplan' loan from the Arts Council of Wales. Click here for details.