A craftsman writing desk
Modeled after the work of American Arts & Crafts pioneer, Gustsav Stickley, this piece was crafted from quarter sawn white oak, with hand-cut joinery, and an ammonia-fumed finish. The desk included period features such as decorative side spindles, stretcher corbels, and hollow-mitered legs, which show of the beauty of the materials on all sides.
A writing desk in the style of American Arts and Crafts pioneer, Gustav Stickley
Hand dovetailed drawers are a touch that cannot be replicated by a machine.
Before fuming, the wood still has the natural light hue of white oak.
The fumes react with oak's tannins to create a natural darker shade.
After fuming, an oil finish brings out the wood's rich, complex tones.