Pretty cool, but I'm not sure about the finial, the lighter color isn't the problem, its the size, a bit big for me, other than that I think it turned out pretty sweet.Wizzy
Sans the "chubby" finial it is a nice piece. A good diet and the finial can be whipped into shape without much trouble. Your basics are good, just need refinement on the finial and you'd have an excellent piece. Well done. 8^)