This chest, carved from a dense hardwood burr - likely walnut - preserves the wild, eruptive textures of the wood. Three hidden drawers emerge discreetly from the gnarled surface, their seams nearly imperceptible amid the swirling grain. The piece balances utility with sculptural presence. Quietly monumental, it feels both ancient and oddly futuristic - part relic, part artifact of design.
This piece likely belongs to the studio craft movement of the late 20th century - possibly the 1970s to 1990s. It shares affinities with the work of Wendell Castle, George Nakashima, or Art Carpenter, though it may also be the work of a lesser-known regional artisan influenced by their ethos.
Height 35cm x 35cm at the widest point
Collection from Brixton, London or arranged delivery
This chest, carved from a dense hardwood burr - likely walnut - preserves the wild, eruptive textures of the wood. Three hidden drawers emerge discreetly from the gnarled surface, their seams nearly imperceptible amid the swirling grain. The piece balances utility with sculptural presence. Quietly monumental, it feels both ancient and oddly futuristic - part relic, part artifact of design.
This piece likely belongs to the studio craft movement of the late 20th century - possibly the 1970s to 1990s. It shares affinities with the work of Wendell Castle, George Nakashima, or Art Carpenter, though it may also be the work of a lesser-known regional artisan influenced by their ethos.
Height 35cm x 35cm at the widest point
Collection from Brixton, London or arranged delivery
