French walnut desk

In 2009, Stephen started experimenting with the possibilities of building up forms using repeated three-dimensional patterns. This desk, one of two built between 2015 and 2017, is one of the larger examples in the series. The wave-like patterns were built up in layers, each shaped by a spindle moulder using a technique developed in Stephen's workshop. Before being assembled, all the layers had to be finished with spokeshaves and scrapers, in order to get them to fit perfectly together.

Wood, Desk

Crafted by

Stephen O’Briain