Way back in the 60s I was taught woodwork by a teacher who believed strongly that wood should not be stained, and his influence rubbed off on me. However, in the last year or so I have come to appreciate that colour can add a further point of interest to a piece and I have started experimenting with it. So far, I have sent four or five pieces out to the galleries and they have been received very favourably indeed by the gallery owners. The attitude seems to have been that the colour takes them further away from being utilitarian and more into the realm of art.
As for which sells the better; I'm yet to discover, but am having fun finding out.
Les