This is pretty cool. It’s a table restoration by Fiona S. and her grandma, featuring monoplanes, the Emperor’s airyacht, and a kraken on the top.

Here’s a close up of the air yacht Stamboul:

But wait, there’s more!

The side panels feature a flechette bat . . .

a strafing hawk . . .

a message lizard . . .

and the ever-popular perspicacious loris!

Truly a magnificent piece. And it’s great to see everything in such vibrant colors. May you have many fine tea parties on this table, Fiona.

Just a wee headsup: There may be some Uglies news before the end of the year, or in early 2014. Look for it right here, or in the pages of your favorite industry rag.