Wood
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Tadao Arimoto
$300Title: Meditation Seat
Materials: Walnut
Dimensions: 3.5" x 22" x 10.25"
Description of the Piece: Hand-carved walnut meditation seat with sculpted contours and warm tones, offering grounding presence, support and a tactile surface for mindful sitting practice.
Artist Bio: Tadao began his career in design and construction of wooden furniture in the remote mountain village of Miyama. In 1976 he brought his talents to Pittsburgh where he continues to produce signature works whose geometric design are inspired by nature.
Artist Website: https://www.tadaoarimoto.com/
Sales tax will be charged on the final bid amount. Winner need not be present at the time of the auction closing. By placing a bid, you are agreeing to purchase the item at a price equal to your bid. If your bid is the highest bid you are agreeing to purchase the item at that price. You may then pick it up at Contemporary Craft in a timely manner, at no additional charge, or pay shipping and handling costs and any other fees or taxes necessary.
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Robert Bishop
$555Title: Curve Inlay Table
Materials: Cherry, Sycamore, Walnut, Maple
Dimensions: 30.75" x 36" x 9"
Description of the Piece: This small table with a "floating top" is perfect for a hall or a foyer. It is made from Pennsylvania hardwoods with the Quartersawn Sycamore table skirts sourced from a downed city tree. The finish is a very durable oil-varnish blend.
Artist Bio: I work with hardwoods that I harvest or hand-select. My total process results in a striking visual effect accenting the wood's natural beauty. The final piece is functional and decorative, and can be used for placement, containment, or everyday use.
Artist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertswoodworkingstudio
Sales tax will be charged on the final bid amount. Winner need not be present at the time of the auction closing. By placing a bid, you are agreeing to purchase the item at a price equal to your bid. If your bid is the highest bid you are agreeing to purchase the item at that price. You may then pick it up at Contemporary Craft in a timely manner, at no additional charge, or pay shipping and handling costs and any other fees or taxes necessary.
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Jonathan's Spoons
$65Title: Cat Tail Forked Salad Set
Materials: Cherry Wood Dimensions: 13 1/2" x 4" x 3"
Description of the Piece: Cherry Wood Cat Tail Salad Set
Artist Bio: My passion for spoons has taken me through more than 40 years of experimentation in the woodshop and my kitchen. My primary focus is the concept that 'form follows function, my spoons are designed with the hand and purpose in mind.
Artist Website: www.WoodSpoon.com
Sales tax will be charged on the final bid amount. Winner need not be present at the time of the auction closing. By placing a bid, you are agreeing to purchase the item at a price equal to your bid. If your bid is the highest bid you are agreeing to purchase the item at that price. You may then pick it up at Contemporary Craft in a timely manner, at no additional charge, or pay shipping and handling costs and any other fees or taxes necessary.