Counter Stool 2024These stools are built using a traditional post and rung style of construction. The joinery takes advantage of working with fresh "green" wood and controlling the drying process. A shrinking wet mortise combines with an expanding super dry tenon to create a mechanical lock that has been shown to hold up to centuries of use in some examples. I source the wood for these pieces from locally harvested trees. The logs are selected with specific qualities

white ash sticks and steam bent crest

Sugar Maple

Each cup is made with a combination of hand carving and lathe turning

The seat is hand woven using the traditional "envelope" pattern weave

they are lightly coated with natural tung oil and cured in a kiln to create a durable finish

back posts

After carving

using minimal soap and avoiding abrasive scrubbers

75"  D 19"  seat height 17

I source the wood for these pieces from locally harvested trees

serving as a platform for robust cultural programming

Dimensions: Approximately L 6" W 1 3/8” D 1/4"