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'Flow' Chest

This chest is fourth in a series of beautifully crafted cabinets of similar dimensions made from the same tree of ripple ash.  The hand sculpted pattern of each one is unique.  The ripple is a rare natural phenomenon resulting in lateral highlights across the grain.  The structural concept contrasts with traditional construction in that the grain runs horizontally around the form, so that any movement in the drawers is matched by that of the carcass.  The computer-generated pattern flows continuously around the form creating recesses for the handles.  

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This piece featured in 'The Power of Making' exhibition at the Victoria & Albert Museum which was about the creative potential of integrating the skills of designing and making.

Materials: English ripple ash, holly wood, oak and Lebanon cedar  Circa: 2005

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