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Coffee table “Wharton”
“A very beautiful piece, in a rather unique style that we love.” — C.D, Bénodet
- Design
- Inspired by Wharton Esherick
- Material
- Solid Périgord walnut, or black walnut, mahogany, elm, cedar, oak... 40 mm top with bevelled edges, butterfly keys in walnut, rosewood, elm or ebony. Centred, angled legs, traditional joinery
- Finish
- Tung oil or hard wax oil
- Dimensions
- 90 × 55 cm · Height 40 cm · Other dimensions on request
- Guide price
- From €2,000 to €5,000 depending on dimensions and wood species. As every piece is unique, a precise quote is drawn up during our discussions.
Stamped, signed and numbered piece, accompanied by a certificate of origin.
The small “Wharton” table by Les Ateliers Vau Fontaine is inspired by Wharton Esherick, the American designer considered the father of the American Studio Craft movement. A major figure in fine furniture, who notably had a strong influence on the work of G. Nakashima. Simple, soothing lines. The top is made of two pieces of walnut (black or European) carefully selected for their figure, joined by structural butterfly keys.
Traditional pegged mortise joinery, all designed and made to last for centuries.