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Matthew John Coutts The Alchemist's Chairs
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The Alchemist's Chairs

These ten chairs were designed to accompany the Alchemist’s Table, produced in 2024 by Matthew John Coutts. Made from locally sourced Norwegian ash, the frames are steam-bent, hand shaped, bleached, oiled, and gilded, cradling cushioned spherical seats upholstered in wool.

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